Karen Bat-Sheba Saks, MD

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Karen Bat-Sheba Saks is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Portland, OR with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(503) 297-8081Portland, OR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Karen Bat-Sheba Saks, MD practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Portland, OR. She has been practicing since 2011 — over 15 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

1 of 104 Internal Medicine providers in ORSee all Internal Medicine in Portland15+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 552dNPPES updated 2024-11-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

9701 Sw Barnes Rd Ste 300, Portland, OR 97225-6689

Fax: (503) 292-6601
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

68.3%

Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-14.5 pts)

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

Medicare Patients

120

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

121

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

278

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $416k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.

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 (-12%)58%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — 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 (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+6%)24%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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

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. Board certified · Nov 18, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 15 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

541 Ne 20th Ave Ste 225, Portland, OR 97232-2895

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Karen Bat-Sheba Saks

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Bat-Sheba Saks for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portland 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 Karen Bat-Sheba Saks

NPI records show Dr. Saks as active with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 297-8081.

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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