Karim Bakhtiar, MD
Karim Bakhtiar is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Milwaukee, WI with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE
Patients across WI can see Karim Bakhtiar, MD in person in Milwaukee or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 41+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Milwaukee area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1400 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-4624
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 = better0.44%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin0.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WisconsinHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
157
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
333
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
17,824
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.45M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
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.
Board certified · Apr 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Karim Bakhtiar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karim Bakhtiar for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder 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 Karim Bakhtiar
NPI records show Dr. Bakhtiar as active with telehealth listed in Milwaukee, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (414) 384-2688.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Karim Bakhtiar
Practice Location
1400 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-4624
Mailing Address
1400 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-4624
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