Karen L Pfentner, NP
Karen L Pfentner is a Nurse Practitioner based in Buffalo, NY with over 24 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in nursing, Karen L Pfentner, NP is a long-established nurse practitioner in Buffalo. Trained at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (class of 2002), she has been practicing for over 24 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Elm and Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 14263
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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 · 2002
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 2, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Elm and Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 14263-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Karen L Pfentner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karen L Pfentner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Buffalo required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Karen L Pfentner
NPI records show Dr. Pfentner as active with telehealth listed in Buffalo, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (716) 845-2300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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