Nahida Islam, M.D.
Nahida Islam is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Worcester, MA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Patients across MA can see Nahida Islam, M.D. in person in Worcester or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2007 — over 24 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.02/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 355dNPPES updated 2025-06-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Massachusetts on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202397.02/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in MassachusettsHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
262
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
630
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.37M
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 Cancer.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+44%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$292 received from industry
2 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 Nahida Islam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Nahida Islam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nahida Islam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Worcester 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 Nahida Islam
NPI records show Dr. Islam as active with telehealth listed in Worcester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 556-5400.
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 Nahida Islam
Practice Location
5 Neponset St, Worcester, MA 01606-2714
Mailing Address
5 Neponset St, Worcester, MA 01606-2714
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