Kathleen Townes, M.D.
Adolescent Medicine Internal Medicine
Kathleen Townes is an Adolescent Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Ipswich, MA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
Kathleen Townes, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 18+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from University of Massachusetts Medical School in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4778dNPPES updated 2013-04-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
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 = better2.55%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
307
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
433
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,659
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $344k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
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 · 2008
Umass Chan Medical School
18 years in practice
Experienced
An internist who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.
Taxonomy: 207RA0000X
Education & Training
University of Massachusetts Medical School (Class of 2008)
Virtual Adolescent Medicine Care With Kathleen Townes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathleen Townes for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ipswich 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 Townes
Dr. Townes is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ipswich, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (978) 356-5522.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kathleen Townes
Practice Location
36 Essex Rd Lahey Ipswich, Ipswich, MA 01938-2599
Mailing Address
36 Essex Rd Lahey Ipswich, Ipswich, MA 01938-2599
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