Christie M Bartels, M.D.

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Christie M Bartels is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Madison, WI with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(608) 263-7577Madison, WI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Christie M Bartels, M.D. has been part of the Madison medical community since 2006 in group practice. She graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 53 Internal Medicine providers in WISee all Internal Medicine in Madison25+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1944dNPPES updated 2021-01-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

451 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717-2656

Fax: (608) 262-3735
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.78%

Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin

1.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

103

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

132

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,348

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.04M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-18%)52%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+28%)46%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
38%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-1%)31%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)27%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    Creighton University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 25, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

Creighton University School of Medicine (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christie M Bartels

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Christie M Bartels for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Madison 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 Christie M Bartels

NPI records show Dr. Bartels as active with telehealth listed in Madison, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 263-7577.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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