Joseph P Kannam, M.D.

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Joseph P Kannam is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(617) 667-3960Boston, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Joseph P Kannam, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 37+ years. Trained at Boston University School of Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).

1 of 245 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Boston37+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

330 Brookline Ave Beth Israel Hospital, Boston, MA 02215-5400

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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
75%

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

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Ischemic Heart Disease
48%

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

Arthritis
47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Atrial Fibrillation
39%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

Heart Failure
37%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Chronic Kidney Disease
35%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Diabetes
31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

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 · 1989

    Boston University School of Medicine

  2. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineCardiovascular Disease in BostonAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

20 Damien Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481-3417

Differs from practice location

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Joseph P Kannam

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph P Kannam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Boston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph P Kannam

Dr. Kannam 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) 667-3960.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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