Joel Elmer Anhalt, D.O.
Joel Elmer Anhalt is a Family Medicine specialist based in Arcadia, MI with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PREVENTIVE MEDICINE, SPORTS MEDICINE
Joel Elmer Anhalt, D.O. runs an independent family medicine physician practice in Arcadia, MI. Trained at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 2001), he has been practicing for over 25 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 60% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2377dNPPES updated 2019-11-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3618 Glovers Lake Rd, Arcadia, MI 49613-9744
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.53%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
5.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.5%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
221
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
473
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,221
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $779k
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, 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ 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 (+8%) — 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 (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$861 received from industry
43 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 Joel Elmer Anhalt's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
25 years in practice
Experienced
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 2001)
Mailing address
Po Box 337, Arcadia, MI 49613-0337
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joel Elmer Anhalt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joel Elmer Anhalt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Arcadia 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 Joel Elmer Anhalt
NPI records show Dr. Anhalt as active with telehealth listed in Arcadia, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (231) 889-7030.
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 Joel Elmer Anhalt
Practice Location
3618 Glovers Lake Rd, Arcadia, MI 49613-9744
Mailing Address
Po Box 337, Arcadia, MI 49613-0337
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