Anastasia C. Waechter, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Anastasia C. Waechter is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Sacramento, CA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Anastasia C. Waechter, M.D. has been part of the Sacramento medical community since 2007 in group practice. A University of Michigan Medical School graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.93/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 75% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202390.93/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Better than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.65%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
315
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
327
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,452
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $396k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Michigan Medical School
25 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2001)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Anastasia C. Waechter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anastasia C. Waechter for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sacramento 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 Anastasia C. Waechter
NPI records show Dr. Waechter as active with telehealth listed in Sacramento, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 734-7224.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Anastasia C. Waechter
Practice Location
4150 V St Suite 3500, Sacramento, CA 95817-1460
Mailing Address
4150 V St Suite 3500, Sacramento, CA 95817-1460
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