Katharine C Barnard, M.D.

Family Medicine

Katharine C Barnard is a Family Medicine specialist based in Worcester, MA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(083) 348-8305Worcester, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Katharine C Barnard, M.D. has been part of the Worcester medical community since 2005 in group practice. She graduated from University of Massachusetts Medical School in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 703 Family Medicine providers in MASee all Family Medicine in Worcester26+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1025dNPPES updated 2023-08-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

279 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605-2120

Fax: (508) 334-8810
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 Mood Disorders.

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-12%)58%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
58%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+16%)50%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

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

US avg: 31.8%

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

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)31%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Asthma
Higher than avg (+18%)31%

A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing

US avg: 13.3%

↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 2000

    University of Massachusetts Medical School

  2. Board certified · Aug 2, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of Massachusetts Medical School (Class of 2000)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 415348, Boston, MA 02241-5348

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Katharine C Barnard

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Katharine C Barnard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Worcester required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Katharine C Barnard

Dr. Barnard is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Worcester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (083) 348-8305.

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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