Julie Lyn Carkin, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Julie Lyn Carkin is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Julie Lyn Carkin, MD has practiced internal medicine for 39+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Boston University School of Medicine (class of 1987), she has been practicing for over 39 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, high cholesterol, and osteoporosis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1175dNPPES updated 2023-03-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10330 Meridian Ave N Suite 250, Seattle, WA 98133
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in WashingtonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.35%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
12.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
373
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
223
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,628
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.07M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Osteoporosis.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$29 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 Julie Lyn Carkin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 5, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Julie Lyn Carkin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Julie Lyn Carkin for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Seattle 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 Julie Lyn Carkin
Dr. Carkin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 368-6123.
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 Julie Lyn Carkin
Practice Location
10330 Meridian Ave N Suite 250, Seattle, WA 98133
Mailing Address
10330 Meridian Ave N Suite 250, Seattle, WA 98133
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