Kristen Angster, MD
Kristen Angster is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Sterling Heights, MI with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kristen Angster, MD has been part of the Sterling Heights medical community since 2011 in group practice. She graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 73% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 947dNPPES updated 2023-10-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
14500 Hall Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313-1229
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 = better3.97%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
3.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.4%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.6 pts)
Better than 73% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
171
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
130
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
353
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $18k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.76 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 18, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Kristen Angster
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kristen Angster for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sterling Heights 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 Kristen Angster
Dr. Angster is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sterling Heights, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (586) 247-3950.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kristen Angster
Practice Location
14500 Hall Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313-1229
Mailing Address
14500 Hall Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313-1229
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