Kathleen B Sawasky, MD

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(414) 805-6850Milwaukee, WI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Kathleen B Sawasky, MD has practiced internal medicine for 33+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1993 and has 33+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 20 Internal Medicine providers in WISee all Internal Medicine in Milwaukee33+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 972dNPPES updated 2023-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522

Fax: (414) 805-6864
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

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

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.67%

Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin

1.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

216

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

241

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,380

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $97k

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Arthritis
Higher than avg (+12%)61%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
47%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+13%)45%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+14%)44%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
44%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+9%)43%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 1993

    Medical College of Wisconsin

  2. Board certified · Sep 10, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 33 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in MilwaukeeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Education & Training

Medical College of Wisconsin (Class of 1993)

Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Kathleen B Sawasky

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Kathleen B Sawasky for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Milwaukee 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 Kathleen B Sawasky

NPI records show Dr. Sawasky as active with telehealth listed in Milwaukee, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (414) 805-6850.

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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