Meriem K Bensalem-Owen, MD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

Meriem K Bensalem-Owen is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(859) 323-5661Lexington, KY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Meriem K Bensalem-Owen, MD has been part of the Lexington medical community since 2006 in group practice. She has been in practice for 30+ years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety.

1 of 47 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in KYSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Lexington30+ years experienceNPI since 2006

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Contact & Location

Practice Location

740 S Limestone Ste B101, Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Fax: (859) 323-6411
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 Anxiety Disorders.

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
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+23%)57%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
49%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+16%)48%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Stroke / TIA
Higher than avg (+24%)37%

Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention

US avg: 13.4%

↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
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. Board certified · Jun 1, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 30 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

740 S Limestone J 401, Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Meriem K Bensalem-Owen

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Meriem K Bensalem-Owen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Lexington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meriem K Bensalem-Owen

NPI records show Dr. Bensalem-Owen as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-5661.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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