Sharmishtha Raikar, MD
Sharmishtha Raikar is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sharmishtha Raikar, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Saint Paul, MN. With 41+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Saint Paul area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2008dNPPES updated 2020-11-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
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 = better0.86%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota0.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.5%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
201
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
593
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,462
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $471k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
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 Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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.
Board certified · Nov 22, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
41 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
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Sharmishtha Raikar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sharmishtha Raikar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Saint Paul 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 Sharmishtha Raikar
Dr. Raikar is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 641-6200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sharmishtha Raikar
Practice Location
2500 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108-1460
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
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