Katherine O'Brien, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Katherine O'Brien is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Saint Louis, MO with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MO can see Katherine O'Brien, MD in person in Saint Louis or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate since 2013, she brings 13+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz Div Im Palliative Medicine, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1003
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Missouri on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.1/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.96%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
1.96% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
245
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
253
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,377
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $330k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Mood 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 (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2013
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 9, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
Po Box 7412011, Chicago, IL 60674-2011
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Katherine O'Brien
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Katherine O'Brien for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Saint Louis 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 Katherine O'Brien
Dr. O'Brien is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Louis, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (314) 454-7376.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Katherine O'Brien
Practice Location
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz Div Im Palliative Medicine, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1003
Mailing Address
Po Box 7412011, Chicago, IL 60674-2011
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