Paul E Schulman, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Paul E Schulman is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Smithtown, NY with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Paul E Schulman, M.D. practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Smithtown, NY. Trained at Boston University School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
315 Middle Country Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787-2817
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202375/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.38%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
11.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
890
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
641
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,587
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.50M
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 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ 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
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.6k received from industry
160 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 Paul E Schulman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
43 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
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Paul E Schulman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul E Schulman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Smithtown 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 Paul E Schulman
Dr. Schulman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Smithtown, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 360-7778.
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 Paul E Schulman
Practice Location
315 Middle Country Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787-2817
Mailing Address
315 Middle Country Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787-2817
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