Melissa Wendt, M.D.
Melissa Wendt is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Newton, MA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Wendt, M.D. has been part of the Newton medical community since 2008 in independent practice. Trained at Boston University School of Medicine (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6141dNPPES updated 2009-07-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2000 Washington St Suite 441 White Bldg, Newton, MA 02462-1650
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.97%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
2.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
234
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
336
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,097
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $168k
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 (+1%) — 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 (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2006
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
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
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Melissa Wendt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Wendt for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Newton 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 Melissa Wendt
Dr. Wendt is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newton, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 964-9070.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Wendt
Practice Location
2000 Washington St Suite 441 White Bldg, Newton, MA 02462-1650
Mailing Address
2000 Washington St Suite 441 White Bldg, Newton, MA 02462-1650
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