James Celestin, M.D.
Pain Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology
James Celestin is a Pain Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Worcester, MA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MA can see James Celestin, M.D. in person in Worcester or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3938dNPPES updated 2015-08-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
123 Summer St Suite 320, Worcester, MA 01608-1216
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.11%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
411
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
249
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,158
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $16k
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%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$162 received from industry
1 transaction 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 James Celestin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
20 years in practice
Experienced
A neurologist, child neurologists or psychiatrist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2084P2900X
Education & Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
630 Plantation St Wot 2nd Fl Suite C203, Worcester, MA 01605-2038
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With James Celestin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Celestin for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Worcester 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 James Celestin
NPI records show Dr. Celestin as active with telehealth listed in Worcester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 368-3140.
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 James Celestin
Practice Location
123 Summer St Suite 320, Worcester, MA 01608-1216
Mailing Address
630 Plantation St Wot 2nd Fl Suite C203, Worcester, MA 01605-2038
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