Karen Barker Carlson, MD/PHD
Karen Barker Carlson is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Milwaukee, WI with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in internal medicine, Karen Barker Carlson, MD/PHD is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Milwaukee. A University of Wisconsin School of Medicine graduate since 2004, she brings 22+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Federal MIPS score higher than 39% of MIPS-scored doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
9200 W Wisconsin Ave Division of Neoplastic Diseases, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202380.47/100
Wisconsin avg: 82.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.5%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
73
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
54
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
254
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $449k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Dec 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Karen Barker Carlson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Barker Carlson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Milwaukee 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 Barker Carlson
NPI records show Dr. Carlson as active with telehealth listed in Milwaukee, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (414) 805-6800.
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 Barker Carlson
Practice Location
9200 W Wisconsin Ave Division of Neoplastic Diseases, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522
Mailing Address
9200 W Wisconsin Ave Division of Neoplastic Diseases, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522
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