Jeffrey R Cossin, MD

Internal Medicine

Jeffrey R Cossin is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Springfield, MA with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(413) 794-8777Springfield, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MA can see Jeffrey R Cossin, MD in person in Springfield or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,755 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Springfield48+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3476dNPPES updated 2016-11-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3400 Main St, Springfield, MA 01107-1113

Fax: (413) 794-8226
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.31%

Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts

1.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

473

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

660

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

9,793

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $894k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-16%)54%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1978

    University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

  2. 48 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 1978)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

280 Chestnut St 2nd Floor, Springfield, MA 01199-1001

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Jeffrey R Cossin

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jeffrey R Cossin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Springfield 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 Jeffrey R Cossin

Dr. Cossin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Springfield, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 794-8777.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA. See Data Methodology.

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