Mikhail Boris Shik, MD
Mikhail Boris Shik is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Syracuse, NY with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mikhail Boris Shik, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Syracuse, NY. With 48+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Syracuse area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4769dNPPES updated 2013-05-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
182 Intrepid Ln Brighton Medical Associates, Syracuse, NY 13205
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 = better0.78%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
0.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.2%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
555
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
311
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,677
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $251k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 (+5%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$247 received from industry
12 transactions 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 Mikhail Boris Shik's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.79 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Mikhail Boris Shik, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
48 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
Mailing address
182 Intrepid Ln, Syracuse, NY 13205-2545
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Mikhail Boris Shik
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mikhail Boris Shik for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Syracuse 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 Mikhail Boris Shik
NPI records show Dr. Shik as active with telehealth listed in Syracuse, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (315) 218-7020.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Mikhail Boris Shik
Practice Location
182 Intrepid Ln Brighton Medical Associates, Syracuse, NY 13205
Mailing Address
182 Intrepid Ln, Syracuse, NY 13205-2545
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers