Michelle Karen Cassara, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Michelle Karen Cassara is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Arvada, CO with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 25 years in internal medicine, Michelle Karen Cassara, MD is a long-established endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Arvada. She graduated from University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
15389 W 91st Dr Ste 200, Arvada, CO 80007-1406
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better44.8%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-38 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
253
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
420
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,038
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.88M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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 (+4%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.7k received from industry
44 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Michelle Karen Cassara's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390324
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Michelle Karen Cassara
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michelle Karen Cassara for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Arvada 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 Michelle Karen Cassara
NPI records show Dr. Cassara as active with telehealth listed in Arvada, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 403-7933.
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 Michelle Karen Cassara
Practice Location
15389 W 91st Dr Ste 200, Arvada, CO 80007-1406
Mailing Address
15389 W 91st Dr Ste 200, Arvada, CO 80007-1406
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