John B Brinkman, MD
John B Brinkman is an Urology specialist based in Fort Wayne, IN with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John B Brinkman, MD practices as part of a group urologist practice in Fort Wayne, IN. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.23/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
11141 Parkview Plaza Dr Ste 325, Fort Wayne, IN 46845-1714
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.23/100
Indiana avg: 80.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.98%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
4.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
847
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,063
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,792
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $343k
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$176 received from industry
24 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 John B Brinkman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 14, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
11109 Parkview Plaza Dr # 117, Fort Wayne, IN 46845-1701
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With John B Brinkman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John B Brinkman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fort Wayne 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 John B Brinkman
NPI records show Dr. Brinkman as active with telehealth listed in Fort Wayne, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (260) 425-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
11141 Parkview Plaza Dr Ste 325, Fort Wayne, IN 46845-1714
Mailing Address
11109 Parkview Plaza Dr # 117, Fort Wayne, IN 46845-1701
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