2026 NPPES data Interventional Cardiology Physician NPI 1477997724 M.D.
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KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.

Interventional Cardiology Physician in PORTLAND, Oregon. 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
316
Medicare Part D claims · 46 beneficiaries · Interventional Cardiology Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
91%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$1.6K
18 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in PORTLAND, Oregon with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 316 claims across 46 beneficiaries — 9% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $1.6K across 18 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 316 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 2 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 04/17/2013

NPI 1477997724

Primary specialty

Interventional Cardiology Physician

Niche

3,382 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

316 89% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,984

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Oregon

How Interventional Cardiology Physician compares to other specialties among Oregon providers

Oregon providers

Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Oregon

1. Interventional Cardiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Oregon

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Interventional Cardiology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
100/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Interventional Cardiology Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Interventional Cardiology Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

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 DAWSON, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider practicing in PORTLAND, Oregon, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1477997724. 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 DAWSON, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495, PORTLAND, OR, 97225, with a listed phone of (503) 962-1000. NPI 1477997724 was issued on 04/17/2013. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DAWSON 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 316 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 46 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $29K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 91% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 100/100 for the 2023 performance year, compared with the national average of 83.1.

Interventional Cardiology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,382 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 2,984 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

9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225

Provider Details

NPI 1477997724
Specialty Interventional Cardiology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 04/17/2013

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KATHRYN DAWSON, 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.

PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES - OREGON
PORTLAND, OR
PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES OREGON
PORTLAND, OR

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

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$1.6K

Largest payer

Teleflex LLC

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. — brand share 9.0%
Specialty average (est.)

9% brand-name claims vs 91% generic, on 316 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.

316
Total Claims
$29K
Total Drug Cost
46
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
440
Total Day Supply
12,915
Brand vs Generic
9% brand / 91% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$25K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.86
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
Metoprolol Succinate
42
Atorvastatin Calcium
32
Isosorbide Mononitrate Er
Isosorbide Mononitrate
31
Losartan Potassium
30
Carvedilol
23
Furosemide
23
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
21
Rosuvastatin Calcium
16
Ezetimibe
14
Lisinopril
14

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

Interventional Cardiology Physician Overview

How KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. fits within the Interventional Cardiology Physician landscape nationally.

3,382
Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Interventional Cardiology Physician
2,984
Avg Claims per Provider

KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s 316 claims are below the specialty average of 2,984.

Nearby Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in Oregon

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

Compare Interventional Cardiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s specialty?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. specializes in Interventional Cardiology Physician and practices in PORTLAND, Oregon. Credentials: M.D..
How much does KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. wrote 316 Medicare Part D claims totaling $29K in drug costs for 46 beneficiaries.
What is KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100. The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. located?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. is located at 9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495, PORTLAND, OR, 97225. Phone: (503) 962-1000.
What is KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s NPI number?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477997724, issued on 04/17/2013.
Does KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s prescribing is 9% brand-name and 91% generic drugs by claim count, with $25K in brand drug costs.
How many Interventional Cardiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,382 Interventional Cardiology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Interventional Cardiology Physician provider writes 2,984 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Metoprolol Succinate, Atorvastatin Calcium, Isosorbide Mononitrate Er. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. accept Medicare?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 316 Part D claims and 46 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s credentials?
KATHRYN DAWSON, M.D.'s NPI is 1477997724 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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