Sarah Jean Swofford, MD
Sarah Jean Swofford is a Family Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MO with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sarah Jean Swofford, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Columbia, MO. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 2004), she has been practicing for over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 92% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
551 Veterans United Dr, Columbia, MO 65201-8397
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 92% of doctors in Missouri on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 8% of MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.05%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
4.05% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
134
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
252
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,789
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $583k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$13 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Sarah Jean Swofford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 14, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
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 Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Sarah Jean Swofford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sarah Jean Swofford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Sarah Jean Swofford
NPI records show Dr. Swofford as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 884-7733.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sarah Jean Swofford
Practice Location
551 Veterans United Dr, Columbia, MO 65201-8397
Mailing Address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
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