David J Cahn, MD
David J Cahn is an Urology specialist based in Golden, CO with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David J Cahn, MD has practiced urology for 36+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (class of 1990), he has been practicing for over 36 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 40% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3040dNPPES updated 2018-01-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202373.44/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.47%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Colorado2.47% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
357
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
485
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,066
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.11M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.7k received from industry
77 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 David J Cahn's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Class of 1990)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390330
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With David J Cahn
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David J Cahn for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Golden 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 David J Cahn
NPI records show Dr. Cahn as active with telehealth listed in Golden, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 985-2550.
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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Practice Location
400 Indiana St Ste 300, Golden, CO 80401-5027
Mailing Address
400 Indiana St Ste 300, Golden, CO 80401-5027
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