Katherine Lemons, PA-C, MS, CNS

Physician Assistant

Katherine Lemons is a Physician Assistant based in Somerville, MA with over 7 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(617) 591-6900Somerville, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Katherine Lemons, PA-C, MS, CNS runs an independent physician assistant practice in Somerville, MA. She has been practicing since 2019 — over 7 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 613 Physician Assistant providers in MASee all Physician Assistant in Somerville7+ years experienceNPI since 2019

Older · 417dNPPES updated 2025-04-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

5 Middlesex Ave Fl 1, Somerville, MA 02145-1102

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

3.15%

Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)

3.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

79.4%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)

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

Medicare Patients

31

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

113

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

539

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $123k

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, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-12%)58%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
52%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-25%)45%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+7%)39%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

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. Board certified · Mar 31, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 7 years in practice

    Established

Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

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Virtual Medical Care With Katherine Lemons

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Katherine Lemons for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Somerville 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 Katherine Lemons

NPI records show Dr. Lemons as active with telehealth listed in Somerville, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 591-6900.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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