Joseph C. Masdeu, M.D., PH.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Joseph C. Masdeu is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Bethesda, MD with over 57 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 57 years in psychiatry & neurology, Joseph C. Masdeu, M.D., PH.D. is a long-established neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist in Bethesda. With 57+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Bethesda area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, Alzheimer's/dementia, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2139dNPPES updated 2020-07-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
National Institutes of Health Building 10, Room 3c111, Bethesda, MD 20892-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
207
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
199
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,106
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $209k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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, Alzheimer's / Dementia, 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
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$13.1k received from industry
25 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Joseph C. Masdeu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 13, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
57 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Mailing address
6560 Fannin St Ste 802, Houston, TX 77030-2726
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Joseph C. Masdeu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph C. Masdeu for cholesterol management, cognitive care, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Bethesda 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 Joseph C. Masdeu
NPI records show Dr. Masdeu as active with telehealth listed in Bethesda, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 443-2096.
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 Joseph C. Masdeu
Practice Location
National Institutes of Health Building 10, Room 3c111, Bethesda, MD 20892-0001
Mailing Address
6560 Fannin St Ste 802, Houston, TX 77030-2726
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