Swapna Lakshmi Putta, M.D
Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology
Swapna Lakshmi Putta is an Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in South Weumouth, MA with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Swapna Lakshmi Putta, M.D has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 19+ years, working in independent practice. With 19+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the South Weumouth area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
55 Fogg Road Bwh Department of Neurology, Emerson 150, South Weumouth, MA 02190
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.65%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Massachusetts0.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.1%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
601
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
249
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,058
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $974k
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$66 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Swapna Lakshmi Putta's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 18, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy, including new-onset, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations (the elderly, women, patients with co-morbidities). Epilepsy is a multidisciplinary field that provides comprehensive care of the patient.<br/>
Taxonomy: 2084E0001X
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Swapna Lakshmi Putta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Swapna Lakshmi Putta for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to South Weumouth 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 Swapna Lakshmi Putta
Dr. Putta is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in South Weumouth, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 624-8197.
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 Swapna Lakshmi Putta
Practice Location
55 Fogg Road Bwh Department of Neurology, Emerson 150, South Weumouth, MA 02190
Mailing Address
55 Fogg Road Bwh Department of Neurology, Emerson 150, South Weumouth, MA 02190
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