Scott Barry Goetz, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Scott Barry Goetz is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Dorchester Center, MA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 46 years in psychiatry & neurology, Scott Barry Goetz, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Dorchester Center. He graduated from Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) in 1980 and has 46+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6337dNPPES updated 2009-01-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2100 Dorchester Ave 4 South, Dorchester Center, MA 02124-5615
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.9%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.1 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
43
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
78
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
610
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+42%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-26%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ 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 · 1980
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc)
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
5 Plimpton Rd, Sharon, MA 02067-1627
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Scott Barry Goetz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Scott Barry Goetz for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Dorchester Center 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 Scott Barry Goetz
NPI records show Dr. Goetz as active with telehealth listed in Dorchester Center, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 296-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Scott Barry Goetz
Practice Location
2100 Dorchester Ave 4 South, Dorchester Center, MA 02124-5615
Mailing Address
5 Plimpton Rd, Sharon, MA 02067-1627
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