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Dr. Howard Abrams, MD
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Salem, MA
- NPI 1821102773
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
100 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-8686
fax (978) 745-6579 - Mailing address
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81 Highland Ave, North Shore Health Systems
Salem, MA 01970
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #38168
- Medicaid
- MA #NONPAR
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821102773. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,294
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$134,233
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 924 | 286 | $92 | |
90870 |
Therapy using electrical currents | 139 | 17 | $106 | |
90792 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services | 130 | 119 | $173 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 101 | 57 | $120 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 131. This provider delivers 9.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,307
Patients
616
Total drug cost
$66,499
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clonazepam | Generic | 655 | 99 | $5,839 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 465 | 62 | $4,781 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 366 | 58 | $4,787 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 226 | 56 | $6,650 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 220 | 44 | $3,907 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 199 | 48 | $4,314 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 173 | 45 | $2,355 |
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine (Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine) | Brand | 164 | 18 | $7,949 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 154 | 35 | $3,539 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 131 | 27 | $7,244 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Abrams's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Abrams practices Psychiatry Physician in Salem, MA.
Where does Dr. Howard Abrams practice?
Dr. Howard Abrams practices at 100 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970. Office phone: 9787448686.
What is Dr. Howard Abrams's NPI?
Dr. Howard Abrams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821102773, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Abrams accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Abrams accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Abrams commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Therapy using electrical currents (HCPCS 90870); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services (HCPCS 90792). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.