Smathorn Thakolwiboon, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Smathorn Thakolwiboon is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in La Crosse, WI with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Smathorn Thakolwiboon, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in La Crosse, WI. He has been practicing since 2017 — over 13 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders. CMS MIPS quality score: 99.95/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 57% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Federal MIPS score higher than 96% of MIPS-scored doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1004dNPPES updated 2023-08-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 96% of doctors in Wisconsin on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202399.95/100
Wisconsin avg: 82.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 4% of MIPS-scored doctors in WisconsinHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.4%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WisconsinHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
70
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
189
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $155k
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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 Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (+3%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$470 received from industry
9 transactions 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 Smathorn Thakolwiboon's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 22, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Mailing address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Smathorn Thakolwiboon
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Smathorn Thakolwiboon for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to La Crosse 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 Smathorn Thakolwiboon
Dr. Thakolwiboon is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in La Crosse, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 785-0940.
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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Practice Location
800 West Ave S, La Crosse, WI 54601-8806
Mailing Address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
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