Laura Tarter, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Laura Tarter is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 21 years in internal medicine, Laura Tarter, M.D. is a long-established rheumatologist in Boston. A Harvard Medical School graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1510dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.64%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.64% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better60.5%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-22.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
134
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
112
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
856
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.57M
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$103 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Laura Tarter's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Harvard Medical School
21 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Harvard Medical School (Class of 2005)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Laura Tarter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Tarter for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Boston 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 Laura Tarter
NPI records show Dr. Tarter as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 732-5325.
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 Laura Tarter
Practice Location
75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115-6110
Mailing Address
75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115-6110
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