Cara Coughlin O'Brien, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Cara Coughlin O'Brien is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Milwaukee, WI with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Cara Coughlin O'Brien, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Milwaukee, WI in group practice. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 2014), she has been practicing for over 12 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.36%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
2.36% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.4%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
145
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
311
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,197
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $418k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2014
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 10, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Cara Coughlin O'Brien
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cara Coughlin O'Brien for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Milwaukee 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 Cara Coughlin O'Brien
Dr. O'Brien is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Milwaukee, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (414) 805-6850.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Cara Coughlin O'Brien
Practice Location
9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
Mailing Address
9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522
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