Laura Dickens

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

Laura Dickens is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(888) 824-0200Chicago, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Laura Dickens practices as part of a group endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Chicago, IL. A Emory University School of Medicine graduate since 2013, she brings 13+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and osteoporosis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.72/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 180 Internal Medicine providers in ILSee all Internal Medicine in Chicago13+ years experienceNPI since 2013

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Contact & Location

Practice Location

5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1443

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 87% of doctors in Illinois on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

97.72/100

Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.1 pts)

Better than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

50.7%

Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-32.1 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

921

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

277

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,379

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $953k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.

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.

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 Osteoporosis.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-4%)66%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-4%)66%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+41%)59%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+1%)22%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

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

Mood Disorders
22%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)21%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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 · 2013

    Emory University School of Medicine

  2. 13 years in practice

    Established

Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Taxonomy: 207RE0101X

Education & Training

Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 2013)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

150 Harvester Dr Suite 300, Burr Ridge, IL 60527-5919

Differs from practice location

Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Laura Dickens

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Dickens for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Chicago 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 Dickens

Dr. Dickens is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 824-0200.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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