Ruth Farrell Mccann, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ruth Farrell Mccann is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Boston, MA with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ruth Farrell Mccann, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Boston, MA. She has been in practice for 9+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, mood disorders, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1808dNPPES updated 2021-06-10 · 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 = better95.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
164
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
169
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
938
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $47k
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, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Ruth Farrell Mccann, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 9, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
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
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ruth Farrell Mccann
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ruth Farrell Mccann for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Boston 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 Ruth Farrell Mccann
Dr. Mccann is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 732-5500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Ruth Farrell Mccann
Practice Location
75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115-6110
Mailing Address
75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115-6110
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology in Massachusetts
See allWilliam G. Kantar, M.D.
Newton, MA
Lawrence Litman, M.D.
Boston, MA
Alan Fisch, MD
Cambridge, MA