Richard Brostoff, MD
Prescribing (Medical) Psychologist
Richard Brostoff is a Prescribing (Medical) Psychologist based in Lexington, MA with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 44 years in psychology, Richard Brostoff, MD is a long-established prescribing (medical) psychologist in Lexington. Trained at Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (class of 1982), he has been practicing for over 44 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have depression, mood disorders, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3841dNPPES updated 2015-11-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.9%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
33
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
33
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
271
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $19k
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.
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 Depression, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 · 1982
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A licensed, doctoral-level psychologist authorized to prescribe and has undergone specialized education and training in preparation for prescriptive practice and has passed an examination accepted by the state board of psychology relevant to establishing competence for prescribing, and has received from the state board of psychology a current certificate granting prescriptive authority, which has not been revoked or suspended.
Taxonomy: 103TP0016X
Education & Training
Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (Class of 1982)
Virtual Prescribing (Medical) Care With Richard Brostoff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Brostoff for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Lexington 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 Richard Brostoff
Dr. Brostoff is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lexington, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 674-2069.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Brostoff
Practice Location
10 Muzzey St, Lexington, MA 02421-5222
Mailing Address
10 Muzzey St, Lexington, MA 02421-5222
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