Lois Elaine Waetjen, M.D.
Lois Elaine Waetjen is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Sacramento, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lois Elaine Waetjen, M.D. has practiced obstetrics & gynecology for 31+ years, working in group practice. A Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School graduate since 1995, she brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2970dNPPES updated 2018-04-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.6%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.8 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
73
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
56
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
191
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $18k
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 (-21%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%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 · 1995
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Taxonomy: 207V00000X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
4860 Y St Ob/Gyn, Suite 2500, Acc, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Lois Elaine Waetjen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lois Elaine Waetjen for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sacramento 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 Lois Elaine Waetjen
NPI records show Dr. Waetjen as active with telehealth listed in Sacramento, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 734-6900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lois Elaine Waetjen
Practice Location
4860 Y St Ste 2500, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307
Mailing Address
4860 Y St Ob/Gyn, Suite 2500, Acc, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307
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