Michelle M Barnett, MD
Michelle M Barnett, MD has practiced internal medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. A Hahnemann University College of Medicine graduate since 1995, she brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2568dNPPES updated 2019-04-25 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
57 Union Street Hampden Countyphysician Associates, Westfield, MA 01085-2658
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.52%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.52% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
354
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
613
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,622
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $478k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$143 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Michelle M Barnett's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Hahnemann University College of Medicine
31 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
Hahnemann University College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
280 Chestnut Street 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Michelle M Barnett
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michelle M Barnett for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Westfield 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 Michelle M Barnett
NPI records show Dr. Barnett as active with telehealth listed in Westfield, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 572-6050.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
57 Union Street Hampden Countyphysician Associates, Westfield, MA 01085-2658
Mailing Address
280 Chestnut Street 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
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