Brian F Kowal, M.D.
Brian F Kowal, M.D. has practiced urology for 21+ years, working in group practice. A Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth graduate since 2005, he brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Federal MIPS score higher than 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5422dNPPES updated 2011-07-01 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
110 Main St, Hyannis, MA 02601-3145
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202375/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.86%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
1,141
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
605
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,475
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $345k
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, 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%Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.5k received from industry
33 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Brian F Kowal's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
21 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth (Class of 2005)
Virtual Urology Care With Brian F Kowal
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian F Kowal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hyannis 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 F Kowal
NPI records show Dr. Kowal as active with telehealth listed in Hyannis, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 771-9550.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Brian F Kowal
Practice Location
110 Main St, Hyannis, MA 02601-3145
Mailing Address
110 Main St, Hyannis, MA 02601-3145
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