Kathryn Harvey, M.D.
Kathryn Harvey, M.D. has been part of the Watsonville medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine graduate since 1992, she brings 34+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5258dNPPES updated 2011-12-13 · verify on CMS
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 = better3.08%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
292
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
296
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,954
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $242k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ 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 · 1992
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 334065
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathryn Harvey for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Watsonville 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 Kathryn Harvey
NPI records show Dr. Harvey as active with telehealth listed in Watsonville, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (831) 458-5865.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kathryn Harvey
Practice Location
550 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076-3053
Mailing Address
2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323
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