Safaa M Kasem, M.D
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Safaa M Kasem is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Washington, DC with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Safaa M Kasem, M.D has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 34+ years, working in group practice. She has been in practice for 34+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with schizophrenia, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5059dNPPES updated 2012-07-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.7%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in District of ColumbiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
32
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
73
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,799
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $648k
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 Schizophrenia, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.56 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
1905 E St. Se, Washington, DC 20003-4216
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Safaa M Kasem
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Safaa M Kasem for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — 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 Safaa M Kasem
NPI records show Dr. Kasem as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 673-9319.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1905 E St Se, Washington, DC 20003-2593
Mailing Address
1905 E St. Se, Washington, DC 20003-4216
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