Vrushali Hiren Shah, M.D.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

Vrushali Hiren Shah is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Melrose, MA with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(781) 979-3000Melrose, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Vrushali Hiren Shah, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Melrose, MA in group practice. She has been practicing since 2015 — over 17 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.02/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 272 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Melrose17+ years experienceNPI since 2015

Older · 526dNPPES updated 2024-12-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

585 Lebanon St, Melrose, MA 02176-3225

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Massachusetts on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

97.02/100

Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)

Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

49%

Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-33.8 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

316

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

166

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,295

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $685k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+31%)63%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+28%)50%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
50%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+13%)45%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Patient Reviews

No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Vrushali Hiren Shah, your feedback helps other patients.

Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →

Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Dec 12, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 17 years in practice

    Experienced

Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Taxonomy: 207RE0101X

Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Vrushali Hiren Shah

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Vrushali Hiren Shah for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Melrose 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 Vrushali Hiren Shah

Dr. Shah is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Melrose, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 979-3000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

Is this your profile?

Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.

Claim Profile

Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.

Related Providers

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Massachusetts

See all