Linsey Barker

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Linsey Barker is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Worcester, MA with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(508) 334-6251Worcester, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Linsey Barker specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Worcester, MA in group practice. Trained at University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (class of 2018), she has been practicing for over 8 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.02/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 42 Internal Medicine providers in MASee all Internal Medicine in Worcester8+ years experienceNPI since 2018

Older · 1021dNPPES updated 2023-08-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

291 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605-3643

Fax: (508) 334-6906
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Massachusetts on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

MIPS Score

2023

97.02/100

Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)

Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts

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

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.81%

Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)

2.81% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

112

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

182

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

818

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $48k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.

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 Arthritis.

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
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-2%)47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+5%)35%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
32%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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 · 2018

    University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 7, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 8 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in WorcesterAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Education & Training

University of New England, College of Osteo Medicine (Class of 2018)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 415348, Boston, MA 02241-5348

Differs from practice location

Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Linsey Barker

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Linsey Barker for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Worcester 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 Linsey Barker

NPI records show Dr. Barker as active with telehealth listed in Worcester, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 334-6251.

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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