Christopher C Penn, MD

Infectious Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Christopher C Penn is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Lawrence, KS with over 38 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(785) 505-5160Lawrence, KS
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Christopher C Penn, MD has been part of the Lawrence medical community since 2005 in independent practice. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 31 Internal Medicine providers in KSSee all Internal Medicine in Lawrence38+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 940dNPPES updated 2023-10-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

Contact & Location

Practice Location

4525 W 6th St Suite 100, Lawrence, KS 66049-4815

Fax: (785) 505-5282
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+6%)55%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
37%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

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

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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 · 1988

    University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal)

  2. Board certified · Oct 25, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineInfectious Disease in LawrenceAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.

Taxonomy: 207RI0200X

Education & Training

University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 1988)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

325 Maine St, Lawrence, KS 66044-1360

Differs from practice location

Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Christopher C Penn

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher C Penn for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lawrence required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christopher C Penn

NPI records show Dr. Penn as active with telehealth listed in Lawrence, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (785) 505-5160.

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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