Linda Rebecca Spanagel, M.D.
Linda Rebecca Spanagel is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Shrewsbury, MA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MA can see Linda Rebecca Spanagel, M.D. in person in Shrewsbury or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry graduate since 1988, she brings 38+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
26 Julio Dr, Shrewsbury, MA 01545-3020
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.07%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
≈ Same as national average
5.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
259
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
420
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,816
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $201k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1988
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Board certified · Nov 3, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
38 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
Education & Training
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
Po Box 415348 Turnpike Station, Boston, MA 02241-5348
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Linda Rebecca Spanagel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Linda Rebecca Spanagel for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shrewsbury 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 Linda Rebecca Spanagel
Dr. Spanagel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Shrewsbury, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 842-5594.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Linda Rebecca Spanagel
Practice Location
26 Julio Dr, Shrewsbury, MA 01545-3020
Mailing Address
Po Box 415348 Turnpike Station, Boston, MA 02241-5348
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