Sachin S Kale, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Sachin S Kale is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Columbus, OH with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Sachin S Kale, MD has been part of the Columbus medical community since 2011 in group practice. A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate since 2011, he brings 15+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 88dNPPES updated 2026-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
460 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1240
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.31/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better49.92%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+44.8 pts)
49.92% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.3%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
57
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
131
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
597
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $33k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 25, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Sachin S Kale
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sachin S Kale for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Columbus 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 Sachin S Kale
Dr. Kale is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbus, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-2957.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sachin S Kale
Practice Location
460 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1240
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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