John Paul Brizzolara, M.D.
John Paul Brizzolara is an Urology specialist based in Little Rock, AR with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John Paul Brizzolara, M.D. has practiced urology for 46+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Arkansas College of Medicine in 1980 and has 46+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 975dNPPES updated 2023-09-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8901 Carti Way, Little Rock, AR 72205-6523
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.89%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
637
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
567
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,740
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $145k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ 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 (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$267 received from industry
6 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 Paul Brizzolara's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 20, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
46 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
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
Po Box 55050, Little Rock, AR 72215-5050
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 144009
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With John Paul Brizzolara
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Paul Brizzolara for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Little Rock 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 Paul Brizzolara
Dr. Brizzolara is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Little Rock, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 906-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
8901 Carti Way, Little Rock, AR 72205-6523
Mailing Address
Po Box 55050, Little Rock, AR 72215-5050
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