Kathryn S Howells, MD
Kathryn S Howells is a Family Medicine specialist based in Lacrosse, WI with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 39 years in family medicine, Kathryn S Howells, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Lacrosse. She has been practicing since 2005 — over 39 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5231dNPPES updated 2012-01-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.83%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin0.83% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better72.7%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
94
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
132
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,930
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $472k
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.
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, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-33%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-26%) — 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
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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.
39 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
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kathryn S Howells
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathryn S Howells for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Lacrosse 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 S Howells
Dr. Howells is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lacrosse, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 392-9891.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kathryn S Howells
Practice Location
800 West Ave South, Lacrosse, WI 54601
Mailing Address
800 West Ave South, Lacrosse, WI 54601
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