Michael Kalsman, MD
Michael Kalsman is a Family Medicine specialist based in Salamanca, NY with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Kalsman, MD has practiced family medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.27/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 18% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202380.27/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.94%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77.9%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
254
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
264
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,047
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $442k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+7%) — 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 (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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 · 1995
University of Arizona College of Medicine
31 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 Arizona College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 10386, Albany, NY 12201-5386
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael Kalsman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Kalsman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salamanca 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 Michael Kalsman
Dr. Kalsman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Salamanca, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (716) 945-5894.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Kalsman
Practice Location
987 R C Hoag Dr, Salamanca, NY 14779-1365
Mailing Address
Po Box 10386, Albany, NY 12201-5386
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