John Burr Schlaerth, MD
Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics & Gynecology
John Burr Schlaerth, MD has practiced obstetrics & gynecology for 58+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine in 1968 and has 58+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.73/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 61% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5378dNPPES updated 2011-08-15 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2011 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301-4211
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202385.73/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
97
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
32
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
137
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $18k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Hypertension, and Cancer.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+42%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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.
$208 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to John Burr Schlaerth's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1968
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
58 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Taxonomy: 207VX0201X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1968)
Mailing address
P.O. Box 8410, Pasadena, CA 91109-8410
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194086
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Burr Schlaerth for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Bakersfield 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 Burr Schlaerth
Dr. Schlaerth is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bakersfield, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (661) 326-1401.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John Burr Schlaerth
Practice Location
2011 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301-4211
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 8410, Pasadena, CA 91109-8410
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