Jessica A Haffajee, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Jessica A Haffajee is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Needham, MA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Jessica a Haffajee, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 22+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (class of 2004), she has been practicing for over 22 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1702dNPPES updated 2021-09-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
820
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
464
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,866
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $706k
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (+15%) — 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 (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$76 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Jessica a Haffajee's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Board certified · Sep 23, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (Class of 2004)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Jessica a Haffajee
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jessica a Haffajee for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Needham 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 Jessica a Haffajee
NPI records show Dr. Haffajee as active with telehealth listed in Needham, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 453-7750.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jessica a Haffajee
Practice Location
148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492-2505
Mailing Address
148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492-2505
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