Shawn R Pawson, MD
Shawn R Pawson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Gloucester, MA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Shawn R Pawson, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Gloucester, MA. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 25 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.42/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 18% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Federal MIPS score higher than 42% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Blackburn Dr, Gloucester, MA 01930-2237
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Massachusetts, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.42/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MassachusettsHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.51%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.2%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
898
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
843
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,204
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $553k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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.
25 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Shawn R Pawson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shawn R Pawson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gloucester 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 Shawn R Pawson
NPI records show Dr. Pawson as active with telehealth listed in Gloucester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (978) 281-1500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shawn R Pawson
Practice Location
1 Blackburn Dr, Gloucester, MA 01930-2237
Mailing Address
1 Blackburn Dr, Gloucester, MA 01930-2237
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