Klu C Descalzo
Klu C Descalzo is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner based in Washington, DC with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Klu C Descalzo has practiced nursing for 12+ years, working in independent practice. She has been in practice for 12+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, kidney disease, and diabetes (per CMS data).
Older · 1820dNPPES updated 2021-06-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.6%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
47
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
499
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,743
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $311k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
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, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Diabetes.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — 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.
Board certified · May 31, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LA2100X
Virtual Acute Care Care With Klu C Descalzo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Klu C Descalzo for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Washington 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 Klu C Descalzo
NPI records show Dr. Descalzo as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 877-7000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Klu C Descalzo
Practice Location
110 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC 20010-3017
Mailing Address
110 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC 20010-3017
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