Karen Louise Fisher, ANP
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Karen Louise Fisher is an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner based in Providence, RI with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Karen Louise Fisher, ANP practices as part of a group adult health nurse practitioner practice in Providence, RI. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4290dNPPES updated 2014-08-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
Contact & Location
Practice Location
593 Eddy St Main Building 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903-4923
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.76%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Rhode Island0.76% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.6%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.8 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
347
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
536
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,495
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $344k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$671 received from industry
38 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Karen Louise Fisher's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Duke University School of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LA2200X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Virtual Adult Health Care With Karen Louise Fisher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Louise Fisher for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Providence 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 Louise Fisher
NPI records show Dr. Fisher as active with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 444-8362.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Karen Louise Fisher
Practice Location
593 Eddy St Main Building 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903-4923
Mailing Address
593 Eddy St Main Building 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903-4923
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