Karin B Kuhl, MD

Internal Medicine

Karin B Kuhl is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Ashland, OR with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(541) 732-8300Ashland, OR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Karin B Kuhl, MD has been part of the Ashland medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (class of 2004), she has been practicing for over 22 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 57% of reporting doctors in Oregon
  • Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in Oregon
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 339 Internal Medicine providers in ORSee all Internal Medicine in Ashland22+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1891dNPPES updated 2021-03-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1661 Highway 99 N Bldg a, Ste 100, Ashland, OR 97520-8900

Fax: (541) 732-8301
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

1.53%

Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.6 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Oregon

1.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.2%

Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Oregon

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

437

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

473

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

4,836

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $358k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-14%)56%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
33%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+10%)28%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2004

    Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Mar 18, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 22 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Education & Training

Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 2004)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 3158, Portland, OR 97208-3158

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Karin B Kuhl

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Karin B Kuhl for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ashland 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 Karin B Kuhl

Dr. Kuhl is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ashland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (541) 732-8300.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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