Khaled M Abdelkader, MD
With over 45 years in internal medicine, Khaled M Abdelkader, MD is a long-established internist in Palmer. He has been in practice for 45+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3445dNPPES updated 2016-11-28 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
40 Wright St, Palmer, MA 01069-1138
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.41%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts0.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.9%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
348
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
563
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,811
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $651k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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.
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
280 Chestnut St 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Khaled M Abdelkader
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Khaled M Abdelkader for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palmer 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 Khaled M Abdelkader
Dr. Abdelkader is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palmer, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 284-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
40 Wright St, Palmer, MA 01069-1138
Mailing Address
280 Chestnut St 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
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