Carolyn Denise Sparks, MD
Carolyn Denise Sparks is a Family Medicine specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carolyn Denise Sparks, MD has practiced family medicine for 26+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2615 East Franklin Avenue Ufp Smiley'S Clinic, Minneapolis, MN 55406
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 = better2.67%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
106
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
367
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,967
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $289k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — 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 · 2000
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
26 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
420 Delaware Street Se University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Carolyn Denise Sparks
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carolyn Denise Sparks for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Carolyn Denise Sparks
NPI records show Dr. Sparks as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 333-0770.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carolyn Denise Sparks
Practice Location
2615 East Franklin Avenue Ufp Smiley'S Clinic, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Mailing Address
420 Delaware Street Se University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
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