Jeffry R Shaefer, DDS
Jeffry R Shaefer, DDS has been part of the Boston medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at Georgetown University School of Medicine (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data).
Older · 2042dNPPES updated 2020-10-02 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
188 Longwood Avenue Harvard Faculty Group Practice, Boston, MA 02115
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better57%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+51.9 pts)
57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
104
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
25
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
200
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — 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 (-19%) — 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%↑ 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 1, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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Taxonomy: 1223X2210X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
Po Box 9142 Mass General Physician Organization, Charlestown, MA 02129-9142
Differs from practice location
Virtual Orofacial Pain Care With Jeffry R Shaefer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jeffry R Shaefer for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — 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 Jeffry R Shaefer
NPI records show Dr. Shaefer as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 432-3153.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jeffry R Shaefer
Practice Location
188 Longwood Avenue Harvard Faculty Group Practice, Boston, MA 02115
Mailing Address
Po Box 9142 Mass General Physician Organization, Charlestown, MA 02129-9142
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