Samuel L Dandar, M.D.
Samuel L Dandar, M.D. has been part of the Leavenworth medical community since 2005 in group practice. He graduated from University of Toledo 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: 77.29/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 37% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 11% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2269dNPPES updated 2020-02-18 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1001 6th Ave Ste. 320, Leavenworth, KS 66048-3222
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202377.29/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.09%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
10.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
293
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
324
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,301
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $638k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+5%) — 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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Samuel L Dandar's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Toledo College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 17, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
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 Toledo College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
1001 6th Ave Ste 320, Leavenworth, KS 66048-3248
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Samuel L Dandar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Samuel L Dandar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Leavenworth 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 Samuel L Dandar
NPI records show Dr. Dandar as active with telehealth listed in Leavenworth, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 651-6565.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1001 6th Ave Ste. 320, Leavenworth, KS 66048-3222
Mailing Address
1001 6th Ave Ste 320, Leavenworth, KS 66048-3248
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