Marcus Charles Thiemann, DO
Marcus Charles Thiemann is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Palmer, AK with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AK can see Marcus Charles Thiemann, DO in person in Palmer or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Kansas City University of Med & Biosciences, College of Osteo Med (class of 2018), he has been practicing for over 8 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 89.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK 99645-8984
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 81% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202389.28/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Better than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.01%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Alaska1.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better78.9%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
446
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
316
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,681
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $847k
Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ 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 (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ 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 (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 · 2018
Kansas City University of Med & Biosciences, College of Osteo Med
Board certified · Oct 2, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
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
Kansas City University of Med & Biosciences, College of Osteo Med (Class of 2018)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 064029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Marcus Charles Thiemann
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Marcus Charles Thiemann for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palmer 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 Marcus Charles Thiemann
Dr. Thiemann is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palmer, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 861-6700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK 99645-8984
Mailing Address
2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK 99645-8984
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