James A Kroeze, DO
James A Kroeze is a Family Medicine specialist based in Bridgman, MI with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MI can see James a Kroeze, DO in person in Bridgman or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
9625 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106-9559
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.55%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
7.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.8%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
337
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
676
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,688
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.07M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$851 received from industry
40 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 James a Kroeze's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1995)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James a Kroeze
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James a Kroeze for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bridgman 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 James a Kroeze
NPI records show Dr. Kroeze as active with telehealth listed in Bridgman, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (269) 465-6050.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James a Kroeze
Practice Location
9625 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106-9559
Mailing Address
9625 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106-9559
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