Karla Elaine Busboom, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Karla Elaine Busboom is a Physician Assistant based in Lawrence, KS with over 18 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(785) 843-9125Lawrence, KS
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Karla Elaine Busboom, PA-C has been part of the Lawrence medical community since 2008 in group practice. A University of Nebraska College of Medicine graduate since 2008, she brings 18+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Kansas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 80 Physician Assistant providers in KSSee all Physician Assistant in Lawrence18+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 3253dNPPES updated 2017-06-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1112 W 6th St Ste 124, Lawrence, KS 66044-2215

Fax: (785) 843-6973
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 · 2008

    University of Nebraska College of Medicine

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Taxonomy: 363A00000X

Education & Training

University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

13616 California St Ste 100, Omaha, NE 68154-5336

Differs from practice location

Virtual Medical Care With Karla Elaine Busboom

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Karla Elaine Busboom for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Lawrence required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Karla Elaine Busboom

Dr. Busboom is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lawrence, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (785) 843-9125.

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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