Brian Kauh, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Brian Kauh is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Brian Kauh, M.D. runs an independent cardiologist practice in Lexington, KY. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 2015 and has 11+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2887dNPPES updated 2018-06-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
University of Kentucky 800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.8%
Kentucky avg: 84.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in KentuckyHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
2,150
Unique beneficiaries
Very high volumePrescription Recipients
307
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,253
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $156k
Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — 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 (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Brian Kauh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
11 years in practice
Established
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
900 S Limestone Ctw 326, Lexington, KY 40536-0293
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Brian Kauh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Kauh for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lexington 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 Brian Kauh
Dr. Kauh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-2636.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Brian Kauh
Practice Location
University of Kentucky 800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536
Mailing Address
900 S Limestone Ctw 326, Lexington, KY 40536-0293
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