Carlene Denise Klassen, MD
Carlene Denise Klassen, MD runs an independent specialist practice in Wichita, KS. Trained at University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (class of 1991), she has been practicing for over 35 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 90.96/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 34% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 762dNPPES updated 2024-04-04 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202390.96/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.08%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Kansas2.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
231
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
267
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,745
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $169k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$38 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Carlene Denise Klassen's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 3, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 1991)
Virtual Specialist Care With Carlene Denise Klassen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carlene Denise Klassen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wichita 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 Carlene Denise Klassen
NPI records show Dr. Klassen as active with telehealth listed in Wichita, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (316) 942-0221.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carlene Denise Klassen
Practice Location
1355 N West St, Wichita, KS 67203-1303
Mailing Address
1355 N West St, Wichita, KS 67203-1303
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