Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan, M.D. has been part of the Austell medical community since 2006 in group practice. She graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.93/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5632dNPPES updated 2010-12-03 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4460 Austell Rd, Austell, GA 30106-1844
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202392.93/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.3 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.9%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.4%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
316
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
531
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,207
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $732k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Arthritis.
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
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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.9k received from industry
130 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 Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Rush Medical College
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
3875 Austell Rd Suite 204, Austell, GA 30106-1103
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Austell 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 Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan
NPI records show Dr. Mcgaffigan as active with telehealth listed in Austell, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 941-4716.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sandy Shaw Mcgaffigan
Practice Location
4460 Austell Rd, Austell, GA 30106-1844
Mailing Address
3875 Austell Rd Suite 204, Austell, GA 30106-1103
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