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KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in LA CROSSE, 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
609
Medicare Part D claims · 233 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C filed 609 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Medical Physician Assistant in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin, prescribing 87% generic.

609
Part D claims, 2023
87%
generic prescribing

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KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

609 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/18/2010

NPI 1639493786

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

609 43% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Wisconsin

1. Medical Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Medical Physician Assistant share within Wisconsin

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Medical Physician Assistant) — 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).

KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1639493786. 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.

KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601, with a listed phone of (608) 782-7300. NPI 1639493786 was issued on 03/18/2010. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BLUSKE 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 609 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 233 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $49K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%. 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.

Medical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 40,527 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,077 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

1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

Provider Details

NPI 1639493786
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 03/18/2010

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C 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.

GUNDERSEN CLINIC LTD
ONALASKA, 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

KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 609 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.

609
Total Claims
$49K
Total Drug Cost
233
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
915
Total Day Supply
23,430
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$38K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K
Opioid Claims
14 (2.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
55

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.16
Gender Split
62% female / 38% male
Age Distribution
<65: 54, 65-74: 108, 75-84: 51, 85+: 20

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
30
Lisinopril
21
Amlodipine Besylate
18
Mirtazapine
18
Doxycycline Monohydrate
17
Buspirone Hcl
15
Memantine Hcl
15
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
14
Bupropion Hcl Sr
Bupropion Hcl
14
Pantoprazole Sodium
14

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

Medical Physician Assistant Overview

How KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C fits within the Medical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

40,527
Medical Physician Assistant Providers in US
55
States with Medical Physician Assistant
1,077
Avg Claims per Provider

KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's 609 claims are below the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Wisconsin

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

Compare Medical Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's specialty?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C wrote 609 Medicare Part D claims totaling $49K in drug costs for 233 beneficiaries.
Where is KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C located?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C is located at 1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601. Phone: (608) 782-7300.
What is KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's NPI number?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639493786, issued on 03/18/2010.
Does KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $38K in brand drug costs.
Does KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C had 14 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%.
How many Medical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 40,527 Medical Physician Assistant providers across 55 states in the US. The average Medical Physician Assistant provider writes 1,077 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Lisinopril, Amlodipine Besylate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C accept Medicare?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 609 Part D claims and 233 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's credentials?
KATHRYN BLUSKE, PA-C's NPI is 1639493786 with credentials PA-C. 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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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