Carl Winkler, MD
Carl Winkler is a Surgical Oncology Surgery specialist based in Providence, RI with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carl Winkler, MD has practiced surgery for 12+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 2014 and has 12+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.67/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1788dNPPES updated 2021-06-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 89% of doctors in Rhode Island on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202398.67/100
Rhode Island avg: 78.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.1 pts)
Better than 89% of MIPS-scored doctors in Rhode IslandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
162
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescriptions Written
12
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
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
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 29, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Taxonomy: 2086X0206X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
32 Custom House St Unit 401, Providence, RI 02903-2638
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgical Oncology Care With Carl Winkler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carl Winkler for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Providence 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 Carl Winkler
Dr. Winkler is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 523-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carl Winkler
Practice Location
825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908-4728
Mailing Address
32 Custom House St Unit 401, Providence, RI 02903-2638
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