Jamie Carol Bales, M.D.
Jamie Carol Bales, M.D. has been part of the Bloomington medical community since 2006 in group practice. She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.49/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 57% of MIPS-scored doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3646dNPPES updated 2016-05-12 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
813 W 2nd St, Bloomington, IN 47403-2212
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Indiana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202381.49/100
Indiana avg: 80.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IndianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.91%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
884
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
639
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,326
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.88M
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
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 · 1991
Indiana University School of Medicine
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Virtual Specialist Care With Jamie Carol Bales
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jamie Carol Bales for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bloomington 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 Jamie Carol Bales
NPI records show Dr. Bales as active with telehealth listed in Bloomington, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (812) 330-0303.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jamie Carol Bales
Practice Location
813 W 2nd St, Bloomington, IN 47403-2212
Mailing Address
813 W 2nd St, Bloomington, IN 47403-2212
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