Michael Cannella, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael Cannella is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Jersey City, NJ with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Cannella, M.D. has been part of the Jersey City medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Rutgers New Jersey Medical School graduate since 1991, he brings 35+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.71/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 53% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1103dNPPES updated 2023-05-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Jersey.
MIPS Score
202393.71/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New JerseyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
262
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
589
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,676
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $441k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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 Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — 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 (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$61 received from industry
2 transactions 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 Michael Cannella's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Board certified · May 16, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
35 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
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
135 W 29th St Ste 204, Bayonne, NJ 07002-1837
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael Cannella
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Cannella for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Jersey City 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 Cannella
Dr. Cannella is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Jersey City, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 915-2511.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Cannella
Practice Location
395 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ 07302-4238
Mailing Address
135 W 29th St Ste 204, Bayonne, NJ 07002-1837
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