Peter Anthony Kelt, MD
Peter Anthony Kelt is a General Practice specialist based in Shelter Island, NY with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NY can see Peter Anthony Kelt, MD in person in Shelter Island or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1564dNPPES updated 2022-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
44 Route 114, Shelter Island, NY 11964-0880
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.38%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
1.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.8%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
210
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
202
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,390
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $255k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%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.
Graduated medical school · 1982
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 8, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
Taxonomy: 208D00000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1982)
Mailing address
44 South Ferry Road Box 880, Shelter Island, NY 11964-0880
Differs from practice location
Virtual General Practice Care With Peter Anthony Kelt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Peter Anthony Kelt for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shelter Island 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 Peter Anthony Kelt
NPI records show Dr. Kelt as active with telehealth listed in Shelter Island, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 749-9130.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Peter Anthony Kelt
Practice Location
44 Route 114, Shelter Island, NY 11964-0880
Mailing Address
44 South Ferry Road Box 880, Shelter Island, NY 11964-0880
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