Munir Ahmad, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Munir Ahmad is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Palmer, MA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Munir Ahmad, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 32+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 32 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3462dNPPES updated 2016-11-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
40 Wright St, Palmer, MA 01069-1138
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.48%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts0.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
588
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
486
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,549
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.70M
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$208 received from industry
19 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 Munir Ahmad's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
280 Chestnut St 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Munir Ahmad
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Munir Ahmad for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Palmer 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 Munir Ahmad
NPI records show Dr. Ahmad as active with telehealth listed in Palmer, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (413) 284-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Munir Ahmad
Practice Location
40 Wright St, Palmer, MA 01069-1138
Mailing Address
280 Chestnut St 2nd Fl, Springfield, MA 01199-1001
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