Sara Tamashasky, P.A.-C.
Sara Tamashasky is a Physician Assistant based in Washington, DC with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across DC can see Sara Tamashasky, P.A.-C. in person in Washington or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 23 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.79/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1350 Connecticut Ave Nw Ste 1250, Washington, DC 20036-1728
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in District of Columbia on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202386.79/100
District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of ColumbiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.2 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in District of ColumbiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
294
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
160
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
215
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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
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 (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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
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.
Board certified · Sep 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 64362, Baltimore, MD 21264-4362
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Sara Tamashasky
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sara Tamashasky for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Sara Tamashasky
Dr. Tamashasky is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 663-6331.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sara Tamashasky
Practice Location
1350 Connecticut Ave Nw Ste 1250, Washington, DC 20036-1728
Mailing Address
Po Box 64362, Baltimore, MD 21264-4362
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