Peter Shapiro, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Peter Shapiro is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in New York, NY with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NY can see Peter Shapiro, M.D. in person in New York or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 1980), he has been practicing for over 46 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6899dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
239 Central Park West Suite 1-Bw, New York, NY 10024-6038
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.1%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
81
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
33
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
385
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $12k
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, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — 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 (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1980
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1980)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Peter Shapiro
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Peter Shapiro for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to New York 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 Shapiro
Dr. Shapiro is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 305-9985.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Peter Shapiro
Practice Location
239 Central Park West Suite 1-Bw, New York, NY 10024-6038
Mailing Address
239 Central Park West Suite 1-Bw, New York, NY 10024-6038
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