Hedy P Smith, M.D.
Hedy P Smith is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
Hedy P Smith, M.D. practices as part of a group hematologist practice in Boston, MA. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1997), she has been practicing for over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.99/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
830 Harrison Avenue Moakley, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02118
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Massachusetts on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202395.99/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.4 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in MassachusettsHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better18.4%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+13.3 pts)
18.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better65.4%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-17.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
291
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
47
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
462
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.78M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ 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.
$829 received from industry
24 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Hedy P Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
29 years in practice
Experienced
Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.
Taxonomy: 207RH0000X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
720 Harrison Ave., Dob 503, Boston, MA 02118
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500027
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Hedy P Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Hedy P Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boston 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 Hedy P Smith
Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 638-6428.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Hedy P Smith
Practice Location
830 Harrison Avenue Moakley, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02118
Mailing Address
720 Harrison Ave., Dob 503, Boston, MA 02118
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