Sandra J Utter, MD
Sandra J Utter is a Family Medicine specialist based in Dry Ridge, KY with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sandra J Utter, MD has been part of the Dry Ridge medical community since 2009 in group practice. Trained at University of Louisville School of Medicine (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1828dNPPES updated 2021-05-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
100 Blackburn Lane, Dry Ridge, KY 41035-8860
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 = better1.61%
Kentucky avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84%
Kentucky avg: 84.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
210
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
845
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
16,430
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.95M
Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.
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 (+5%) — 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%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
127 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Sandra J Utter's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.62 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Board certified · May 6, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Louisville School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 635283, Cincinnati, OH 45263-5283
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Sandra J Utter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sandra J Utter for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Dry Ridge 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 Sandra J Utter
Dr. Utter is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Dry Ridge, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 823-5441.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sandra J Utter
Practice Location
100 Blackburn Lane, Dry Ridge, KY 41035-8860
Mailing Address
Po Box 635283, Cincinnati, OH 45263-5283
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