Muhammad Zubair Kareem, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Muhammad Zubair Kareem is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Holyoke, MA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Muhammad Zubair Kareem, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 40+ years, working in group practice. With 40+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Holyoke area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
15 Hospital Dr Ste 401, Holyoke, MA 01040-6606
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202323.44/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-60.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.33%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts1.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.3%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
887
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
952
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,853
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.01M
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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$597 received from industry
43 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Muhammad Zubair Kareem's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Muhammad Zubair Kareem
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Muhammad Zubair Kareem for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Holyoke 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 Muhammad Zubair Kareem
Dr. Kareem is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Holyoke, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 534-5135.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Muhammad Zubair Kareem
Practice Location
15 Hospital Dr Ste 401, Holyoke, MA 01040-6606
Mailing Address
15 Hospital Dr Ste 401, Holyoke, MA 01040-6606
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