Justin Thankachan, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Justin Thankachan is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Tulsa, OK with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

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Justin Thankachan, M.D. has been part of the Tulsa medical community since 2007 in group practice. A University of Oklahoma College of Medicine graduate since 2005, he brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke. CMS MIPS quality score: 78.75/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oklahoma
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 148 Internal Medicine providers in OKSee all Internal Medicine in Tulsa21+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 97dNPPES updated 2026-02-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1120 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104-4090

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Oklahoma.

MIPS Score

2023

78.75/100

Oklahoma avg: 78.9 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Oklahoma

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

73.3%

Oklahoma avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-9.5 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

268

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

42

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

251

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $38k

Percentile rankings compared against 644 reporting peers in Oklahoma.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Stroke / TIA.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Stroke / TIA
Higher than avg (+62%)75%

Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention

US avg: 13.4%

↑ More patients than average (+62%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+15%)49%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
40%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)38%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2005

    University of Oklahoma College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 15, 2026

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 21 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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 Oklahoma College of Medicine (Class of 2005)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

6224 E 89th St, Tulsa, OK 74137-3127

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Justin Thankachan

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Justin Thankachan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Tulsa 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 Justin Thankachan

Dr. Thankachan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Tulsa, OK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (918) 579-1000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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