2026 NPPES data Neurology Physician NPI 1497098123 M.D.
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KATE ESSAD, M.D.

Neurology Physician in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
262
Medicare Part D claims · 60 beneficiaries · Neurology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KATE ESSAD, M.D. is a Neurology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 262 claims across 60 beneficiaries — 21% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: KATE ESSAD, M.D. filed 262 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

KATE ESSAD, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 3 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

KATE ESSAD, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 04/01/2013

NPI 1497098123

Primary specialty

Neurology Physician

Mid-sized

19,866 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

262 80% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,309

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Neurology Physician share within Wisconsin

1. Neurology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Neurology Physician share within Wisconsin

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Neurology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Neurology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Neurology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Neurology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

KATE ESSAD, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider practicing in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1497098123. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

KATE ESSAD, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 3003 W GOOD HOPE RD, MILWAUKEE, WI, 53209, with a listed phone of (414) 352-3100. NPI 1497098123 was issued on 04/01/2013. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ESSAD most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 262 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 60 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $86K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Neurology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 19,866 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,309 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

3003 W GOOD HOPE RD
MILWAUKEE, WI 53209

Provider Details

NPI 1497098123
Specialty Neurology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 04/01/2013

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KATE ESSAD, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

AURORA ADVANCED HEALTHCARE, INC.
MILWAUKEE, WI
AURORA MEDICAL GROUP, INC.
GREENFIELD, WI
LAKESHORE MEDICAL CLINIC LLC
OAK CREEK, WI

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

KATE ESSAD, M.D. — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 262 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

262
Total Claims
$86K
Total Drug Cost
60
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
441
Total Day Supply
12,629
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$81K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.39
Gender Split
57% female / 43% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Ubrelvy
Ubrogepant
19
Amitriptyline Hcl
17
Emgality Pen
Galcanezumab-Gnlm
17
Quetiapine Fumarate
17
Tizanidine Hcl
16
Atorvastatin Calcium
14
Donepezil Hcl
12
Gabapentin
12
Topiramate
12

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Neurology Physician Overview

How KATE ESSAD, M.D. fits within the Neurology Physician landscape nationally.

19,866
Neurology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Neurology Physician
1,309
Avg Claims per Provider

KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s 262 claims are below the specialty average of 1,309.

Nearby Neurology Physician Providers in Wisconsin

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Wisconsin, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as ESSAD.

Compare Neurology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s specialty?
KATE ESSAD, M.D. specializes in Neurology Physician and practices in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin. Credentials: M.D..
How much does KATE ESSAD, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KATE ESSAD, M.D. wrote 262 Medicare Part D claims totaling $86K in drug costs for 60 beneficiaries.
Where is KATE ESSAD, M.D. located?
KATE ESSAD, M.D. is located at 3003 W GOOD HOPE RD, MILWAUKEE, WI, 53209. Phone: (414) 352-3100.
What is KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s NPI number?
KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497098123, issued on 04/01/2013.
Does KATE ESSAD, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $81K in brand drug costs.
How many Neurology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 19,866 Neurology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Neurology Physician provider writes 1,309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KATE ESSAD, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Ubrelvy, Amitriptyline Hcl, Emgality Pen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KATE ESSAD, M.D. accept Medicare?
KATE ESSAD, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 262 Part D claims and 60 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s credentials?
KATE ESSAD, M.D.'s NPI is 1497098123 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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