John W Murphy, MD
With over 41 years in internal medicine, John W Murphy, MD is a long-established internist in Oconomowoc. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1156dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
915 Summit Ave, Oconomowoc, WI 53066-3994
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.97%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin0.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in WisconsinHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
176
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
453
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,239
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $74k
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$36 received from industry
2 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 W Murphy's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Feb 6, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
3301 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-2843
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With John W Murphy
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John W Murphy for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Oconomowoc 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 W Murphy
Dr. Murphy is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Oconomowoc, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (262) 569-2300.
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
915 Summit Ave, Oconomowoc, WI 53066-3994
Mailing Address
3301 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-2843
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