Nelson Shu-Sang Yee, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Nelson Shu-Sang Yee is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Hershey, PA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(800) 243-1455Hershey, PA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Nelson Shu-Sang Yee, MD practices as part of a group hematology & oncology specialist practice in Hershey, PA. A Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 241 Internal Medicine providers in PASee all Internal Medicine in Hershey31+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5210dNPPES updated 2012-02-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

71.79/100

Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-11.8 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

17.83%

Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)

17.83% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

84%

Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.2 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

177

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

135

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

858

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.15M

Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+5%)39%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+16%)37%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-14%)35%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)32%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
31%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$4.2k received from industry

14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Nelson Shu-Sang Yee's NPI.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.39 / 1.00

Below-average vulnerability

He 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.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1995

    Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University

  2. 31 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in HersheyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Education & Training

Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1995)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 858 Mc A410, Hershey, PA 17033-0858

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Nelson Shu-Sang Yee

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Nelson Shu-Sang Yee for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Hershey 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 Nelson Shu-Sang Yee

Dr. Yee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hershey, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 243-1455.

Verified across 8 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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