Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg, M.D., PH.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg, M.D., PH.D has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5437dNPPES updated 2011-07-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1500 E Medical Center Dr 3rd Floor Taubman Center Recp a, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5370
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.45%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
67
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
80
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
517
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $926k
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 Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$9.7k received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.85 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
20 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
Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
3621 S State St 700 Kms Place, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Ann Arbor 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 Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg
Dr. Kahlenberg is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 647-5900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joanne Michelle Kahlenberg
Practice Location
1500 E Medical Center Dr 3rd Floor Taubman Center Recp a, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5370
Mailing Address
3621 S State St 700 Kms Place, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
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