Joseph Kwofie, DO
Joseph Kwofie is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Waterloo, IA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across IA can see Joseph Kwofie, DO in person in Waterloo or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 577dNPPES updated 2024-10-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.5%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
9.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
497
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
167
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
221
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Board certified · Oct 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Mailing address
1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703-1916
Differs from practice location
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Joseph Kwofie
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph Kwofie for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Waterloo 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 Kwofie
Dr. Kwofie is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waterloo, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (319) 235-3941.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703
Mailing Address
1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703-1916
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