Vasken M Kroshian, M.D.
Vasken M Kroshian, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 41+ years, working in group practice. With 41+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Roxbury area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 786dNPPES updated 2024-03-11 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
818 Harrison Ave-Acc-3 Bch-Boston Med Center, Roxbury, MA 02118
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 = better2.23%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.9 pts)
2.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.6%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
125
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
264
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,452
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $388k
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, Diabetes, 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ 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.
Board certified · Mar 10, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Mailing address
637 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124-3510
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Vasken M Kroshian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vasken M Kroshian for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Roxbury 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 Vasken M Kroshian
NPI records show Dr. Kroshian as active with telehealth listed in Roxbury, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 414-4374.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vasken M Kroshian
Practice Location
818 Harrison Ave-Acc-3 Bch-Boston Med Center, Roxbury, MA 02118
Mailing Address
637 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124-3510
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