James M Sosman, MD

Internal Medicine

James M Sosman is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Madison, WI with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INFECTIOUS DISEASE

(608) 263-7500Madison, WI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

James M Sosman, MD has practiced internal medicine for 41+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol and hypertension (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 299 Internal Medicine providers in WISee all Internal Medicine in Madison41+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1874dNPPES updated 2021-04-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2880 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

3.12%

Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)

3.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

70%

Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.8 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

182

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

217

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

4,362

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $3.06M

Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-14%)56%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-21%)28%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-12%)22%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
21%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1985

    University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 5, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine (Class of 1985)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With James M Sosman

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with James M Sosman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Madison 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 James M Sosman

Dr. Sosman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Madison, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 263-7500.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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