Seth A Waldman, MD
Seth A Waldman is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in New York, NY with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Seth a Waldman, MD has practiced anesthesiology for 38+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Albany Medical College of Union University (class of 1988), he has been practicing for over 38 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021-4872
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.9%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.8 pts)
16.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
220
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
128
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
870
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $55k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (-10%) — 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 · 1988
Albany Medical College
Board certified · Sep 7, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
Albany Medical College of Union University (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
3500 Sunrise Hwy, Bldg 100 Suite 200, Great River, NY 11739-1001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Seth a Waldman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Seth a Waldman for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to New York 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 a Waldman
NPI records show Dr. Waldman as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 606-1686.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Seth a Waldman
Practice Location
535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021-4872
Mailing Address
3500 Sunrise Hwy, Bldg 100 Suite 200, Great River, NY 11739-1001
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