Michael I Bennett, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael I Bennett is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Jamaica Plain, MA with over 56 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael I Bennett, M.D. runs an independent psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Jamaica Plain, MA. Trained at Harvard Medical School (class of 1970), he has been practicing for over 56 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include depression, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1964dNPPES updated 2021-01-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
241 Perkins St Unit B801, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-4072
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
103
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
122
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,107
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $97k
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 Depression, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 · 1970
Harvard Medical School
Board certified · Jan 4, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
56 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Harvard Medical School (Class of 1970)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael I Bennett
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael I Bennett for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Jamaica Plain 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 Michael I Bennett
NPI records show Dr. Bennett as active with telehealth listed in Jamaica Plain, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 738-9204.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael I Bennett
Practice Location
241 Perkins St Unit B801, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-4072
Mailing Address
241 Perkins St Unit B801, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-4072
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