Robert B Shepherd, D.O.
Patients across MA can see Robert B Shepherd, D.O. in person in Shrewsbury or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 430dNPPES updated 2025-03-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
415 Boston Tpke Ste 105, Shrewsbury, MA 01545-3414
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.19%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.9 pts)
2.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
46
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
125
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,143
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $152k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$828 received from industry
36 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 Robert B Shepherd's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine
Board certified · Mar 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (Class of 1987)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Robert B Shepherd
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert B Shepherd for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — no travel to Shrewsbury 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 Robert B Shepherd
NPI records show Dr. Shepherd as active with telehealth listed in Shrewsbury, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (088) 458-2005.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert B Shepherd
Practice Location
415 Boston Tpke Ste 105, Shrewsbury, MA 01545-3414
Mailing Address
415 Boston Tpke Ste 105, Shrewsbury, MA 01545-3414
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