Simon M Helfgott, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Simon M Helfgott is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 49 years in internal medicine, Simon M Helfgott, MD is a long-established rheumatologist in Boston. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 49 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Arthritis Center Brigham and Womens Hospital Rheumatology Immunology and, Boston, MA 02115
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.14%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
8.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
618
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
406
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,652
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.55M
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 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 (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$506 received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Simon M Helfgott's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
49 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
375 Boylston St, Brookline, MA 02445-6007
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Simon M Helfgott
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Simon M Helfgott for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — 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 Simon M Helfgott
NPI records show Dr. Helfgott as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 732-5323.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Simon M Helfgott
Practice Location
Arthritis Center Brigham and Womens Hospital Rheumatology Immunology and, Boston, MA 02115
Mailing Address
375 Boylston St, Brookline, MA 02445-6007
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