Edward Joseph Kasarskis, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Edward Joseph Kasarskis is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 52 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Edward Joseph Kasarskis, MD has been part of the Lexington medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in 1974 and has 52+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Federal MIPS score higher than 68% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1482dNPPES updated 2022-05-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Kentucky, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in KentuckyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.01%
Kentucky avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
2.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
87
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
70
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
547
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $603k
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Edward Joseph Kasarskis's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1974
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · May 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
52 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1974)
Mailing address
2333 Alumni Park Plz Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40517-4012
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Edward Joseph Kasarskis
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edward Joseph Kasarskis for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — 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 Edward Joseph Kasarskis
NPI records show Dr. Kasarskis as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-5661.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Edward Joseph Kasarskis
Practice Location
740 S Limestone, Lexington, KY 40536-0001
Mailing Address
2333 Alumni Park Plz Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40517-4012
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