Lara Barkoff, MD
Lara Barkoff is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lara Barkoff, MD has practiced internal medicine for 34+ years, working in independent practice. A University of New Mexico School of Medicine graduate since 1992, she brings 34+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4123 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1102
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 = better3.21%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.7%
New Mexico avg: 84.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
153
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
194
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,837
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $235k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Board certified · May 28, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
34 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
Education & Training
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
4600 Jefferson Ln Ne Ste D, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2134
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lara Barkoff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lara Barkoff for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Albuquerque 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 Lara Barkoff
Dr. Barkoff is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 934-9104.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lara Barkoff
Practice Location
4123 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1102
Mailing Address
4600 Jefferson Ln Ne Ste D, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2134
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