Shelley Ruth Salpeter, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Shelley Ruth Salpeter is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in San Mateo, CA with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Shelley Ruth Salpeter, MD runs an independent geriatrician practice in San Mateo, CA. She graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, Alzheimer's/dementia, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 279dNPPES updated 2025-08-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1900 S Norfolk St Ste 350, San Mateo, CA 94403-1171
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
20235.74/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-77.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.85%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
305
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
253
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,277
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $196k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Alzheimer's / Dementia, and High Cholesterol.
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
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 · 1982
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 17, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (Class of 1982)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 184014
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Shelley Ruth Salpeter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shelley Ruth Salpeter for blood pressure monitoring, cognitive care, cholesterol management — no travel to San Mateo 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 Shelley Ruth Salpeter
NPI records show Dr. Salpeter as active with telehealth listed in San Mateo, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 532-2321.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shelley Ruth Salpeter
Practice Location
1900 S Norfolk St Ste 350, San Mateo, CA 94403-1171
Mailing Address
1900 S Norfolk St Ste 350, San Mateo, CA 94403-1171
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