Sefako Phala, MD
Sefako Phala is a Family Medicine specialist based in Bay City, MI with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sefako Phala, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Bay City, MI. He has been in practice for 9+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4040 N Euclid Ave Ste B, Bay City, MI 48706-2493
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.8%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
10.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
121
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
376
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,221
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $633k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
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 (-7%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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 6, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
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
Mailing address
Po Box 779, Tawas City, MI 48764-0779
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Sefako Phala
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sefako Phala for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bay City 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 Sefako Phala
Dr. Phala is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bay City, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (989) 671-9153.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sefako Phala
Practice Location
4040 N Euclid Ave Ste B, Bay City, MI 48706-2493
Mailing Address
Po Box 779, Tawas City, MI 48764-0779
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