Matthew Leon Danish, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(860) 444-3744Waterford, CT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CT can see Matthew Leon Danish, MD in person in Waterford or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Drexel University College of Medicine graduate since 2017, he brings 9+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 75 Internal Medicine providers in CTSee all Internal Medicine in Waterford9+ years experienceNPI since 2017

Older · 464dNPPES updated 2025-01-27 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

230 Waterford Pkwy S, Waterford, CT 06385-1219

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

14.67%

Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)

14.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

122

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

38

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

150

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $296k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.

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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+6%)55%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)44%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+10%)44%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
43%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)39%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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.

Industry Payment Transparency

$644 received from industry

27 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Matthew Leon Danish's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2017

    Drexel University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 26, 2025

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 9 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in WaterfordAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

Drexel University College of Medicine (Class of 2017)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

333 Cedar St # 205, New Haven, CT 06510-3206

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 450654

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Matthew Leon Danish

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Matthew Leon Danish for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Waterford 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 Matthew Leon Danish

Dr. Danish is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waterford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 444-3744.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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