Frank Santos, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Frank Santos is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in West New York, NJ with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 44 years in psychiatry & neurology, Frank Santos, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in West New York. Trained at University Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina (class of 1982), he has been practicing for over 44 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4638dNPPES updated 2013-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5301 Broadway, West New York, NJ 07093-2622
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in New JerseyHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
129
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
830
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,997
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $738k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$237 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Frank Santos's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
University Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina (Class of 1982)
Mailing address
353 E Harriet Ave, Palisades Park, NJ 07650-1912
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Frank Santos
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Frank Santos for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to West New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank Santos
Dr. Santos is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in West New York, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 866-9320.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Frank Santos
Practice Location
5301 Broadway, West New York, NJ 07093-2622
Mailing Address
353 E Harriet Ave, Palisades Park, NJ 07650-1912
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