Karen Marva Bigby, M.D.
Karen Marva Bigby is a Family Medicine specialist based in Bradenton, FL with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Karen Marva Bigby, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Bradenton, FL. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 78.81/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 40% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1040 River Heritage Blvd Suite 204, Bradenton, FL 34212-6348
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202378.81/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.91%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
0.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.1%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.3 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
301
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
434
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,853
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $296k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 863407, Orlando, FL 32886-0001
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration
CMS Certification Number: 51003F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Family Medicine Care With Karen Marva Bigby
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Marva Bigby for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bradenton 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 Karen Marva Bigby
NPI records show Dr. Bigby as active with telehealth listed in Bradenton, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (941) 917-7100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Karen Marva Bigby
Practice Location
1040 River Heritage Blvd Suite 204, Bradenton, FL 34212-6348
Mailing Address
Po Box 863407, Orlando, FL 32886-0001
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