Robert C Clark, M.D.
Patients across MO can see Robert C Clark, M.D. in person in Saint Joseph or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3089dNPPES updated 2017-11-20 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
901 Heartland Rd Ste 3800, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-6200
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Missouri, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202380.18/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.82%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
396
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
362
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,586
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $225k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 (+5%) — 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 (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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 · 1983
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
901 Heartland Rd Ste 3800, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-6201
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500025
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Robert C Clark
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert C Clark for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Saint Joseph 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 Robert C Clark
NPI records show Dr. Clark as active with telehealth listed in Saint Joseph, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (816) 671-4800.
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
901 Heartland Rd Ste 3800, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-6200
Mailing Address
901 Heartland Rd Ste 3800, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-6201
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