Laura Jean Buyan Dent, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Laura Jean Buyan Dent is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Madison, WI with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura Jean Buyan Dent, M.D. has been part of the Madison medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Wisconsin School of Medicine graduate since 1998, she brings 28+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and parkinson (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 57392
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 = better0.86%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Wisconsin0.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.3%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in WisconsinHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
345
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
311
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,437
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $387k
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Parkinson's Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1998
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Jan 25, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Laura Jean Buyan Dent
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Jean Buyan Dent for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Madison 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 Laura Jean Buyan Dent
Dr. Buyan Dent is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Madison, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 263-5448.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Jean Buyan Dent
Practice Location
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 57392
Mailing Address
7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531
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