Glen Ross, M.D.
Glen Ross is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Brighton, MA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Glen Ross, M.D. has been part of the Brighton medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Duke University School of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2343dNPPES updated 2019-12-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
20 Guest St Ste 225, Brighton, MA 02135-2065
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better72.09%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+67 pts)
72.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
379
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
37
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
43
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $249
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$8.3k received from industry
46 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Glen Ross's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
Duke University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 22, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Glen Ross
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Glen Ross for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Brighton 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 Glen Ross
NPI records show Dr. Ross as active with telehealth listed in Brighton, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 738-8642.
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 Glen Ross
Practice Location
20 Guest St Ste 225, Brighton, MA 02135-2065
Mailing Address
20 Guest St Ste 225, Brighton, MA 02135-2065
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