Seth Paul Finklestein, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Seth Paul Finklestein is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Boston, MA with over 52 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Seth Paul Finklestein, MD provides psychiatry & neurology care in Boston, MA. A Harvard Medical School graduate since 1974, he brings 52+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6898dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
15 Parkman St Wac 835 Neurology Associates, Boston, MA 02114-3117
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.2%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
197
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
62
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
257
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $89k
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 Stroke / TIA.
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
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+62%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
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 · 1974
Harvard Medical School
52 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
Harvard Medical School (Class of 1974)
Mailing address
Po Box 9142 Mass General Physician Organization, Charlestown, MA 02129-9142
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Seth Paul Finklestein
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Seth Paul Finklestein for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — 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 Seth Paul Finklestein
Dr. Finklestein 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) 726-8459.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Seth Paul Finklestein
Practice Location
15 Parkman St Wac 835 Neurology Associates, Boston, MA 02114-3117
Mailing Address
Po Box 9142 Mass General Physician Organization, Charlestown, MA 02129-9142
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