Paula Walsh, NP

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

(508) 996-3991Dartmouth, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Paula Walsh, NP has practiced nursing for 35+ years, working in group practice. She has been in practice for 35+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 57 Nurse Practitioner providers in MASee all Nurse Practitioner in Dartmouth35+ years experienceNPI since 2016

Older · 1107dNPPES updated 2023-04-25 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

537 Faunce Corner Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747-1242

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.29%

Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts

1.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

546

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

429

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,333

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $270k

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.

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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+35%)65%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+17%)51%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-2%)47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+6%)38%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+7%)29%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Apr 24, 2023

    CMS-verified certification date

  2. 35 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Definition to come...

Taxonomy: 363LG0600X

Virtual Nursing Care With Paula Walsh

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Paula Walsh for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Dartmouth 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 Paula Walsh

NPI records show Dr. Walsh as active with telehealth listed in Dartmouth, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 996-3991.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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