Marla Christine Current, MD
Marla Christine Current is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Carmel, IN with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in internal medicine, Marla Christine Current, MD is a long-established internist in Carmel. She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2004 and has 22+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1438dNPPES updated 2022-06-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Indiana Medical Licensing Board
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 = better2.8%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
279
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
434
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,883
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $830k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$349 received from industry
16 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Marla Christine Current's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 15, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
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
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Marla Christine Current
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Marla Christine Current for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Carmel 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 Marla Christine Current
Dr. Current is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Carmel, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (317) 582-8600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Marla Christine Current
Practice Location
13420 N Meridian St Ste 240, Carmel, IN 46032-1581
Mailing Address
13420 N Meridian St Ste 240, Carmel, IN 46032-1581
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