Philip Kowash, M.D.
Philip Kowash is a Family Medicine specialist based in Saco, ME with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Philip Kowash, M.D. has practiced family medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Washington School of Medicine (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5603dNPPES updated 2011-01-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
13 Industrial Park Rd, Saco, ME 04072-1804
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 = better4.12%
Maine avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
4.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
Maine avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MaineHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
148
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
444
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,709
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $483k
Percentile rankings compared against 387 reporting peers in Maine.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%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 Washington School 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 Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
9 Healthcare Drive Suite 201, Biddeford, ME 04005-3747
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Philip Kowash
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Kowash for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Saco 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 Philip Kowash
Dr. Kowash is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saco, ME. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (207) 283-8800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip Kowash
Practice Location
13 Industrial Park Rd, Saco, ME 04072-1804
Mailing Address
9 Healthcare Drive Suite 201, Biddeford, ME 04005-3747
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