Samantha Gelfand, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Samantha Gelfand is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEPHROLOGY
Patients across MA can see Samantha Gelfand, M.D. in person in Boston or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai graduate since 2013, she brings 13+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5450
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.65%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
6.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.6%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
247
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
76
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
436
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $70k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 · 2013
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Board certified · Mar 5, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Class of 2013)
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Samantha Gelfand
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Samantha Gelfand for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — 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 Samantha Gelfand
Dr. Gelfand 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) 632-6464.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Samantha Gelfand
Practice Location
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5450
Mailing Address
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5450
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