Joseph J Kessler, MD
Joseph J Kessler is a Family Medicine specialist based in Madison, OH with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joseph J Kessler, MD has practiced family medicine for 30+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1912dNPPES updated 2021-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
6270 N Ridge Road, Madison, OH 44057
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.85%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.6%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
323
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
590
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,000
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $884k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.7k received from industry
94 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 Joseph J Kessler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 25, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
6270 N Ridge Rd Madison Family Practice, Madison, OH 44057-2567
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joseph J Kessler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph J Kessler for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, 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 Joseph J Kessler
NPI records show Dr. Kessler as active with telehealth listed in Madison, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (440) 428-8222.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph J Kessler
Practice Location
6270 N Ridge Road, Madison, OH 44057
Mailing Address
6270 N Ridge Rd Madison Family Practice, Madison, OH 44057-2567
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