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.
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
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
451 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717-2656
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.78%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin1.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
103
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription 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.
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.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
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
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 (-1%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
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
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 · 2001
Creighton University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 25, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
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)
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.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christie M Bartels
Practice Location
451 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717-2656
Mailing Address
7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531
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