Sharon Mitchell, M.D.
Sharon Mitchell is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Baldwyn, MS with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 35 years in internal medicine, Sharon Mitchell, M.D. is a long-established internist in Baldwyn. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1991), she has been practicing for over 35 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Mississippi
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
745 Hwy 145 South, Baldwyn, MS 38824
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Mississippi on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.1/100
Mississippi avg: 77.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in MississippiHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.59%
Mississippi avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
8.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Mississippi avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MississippiHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
239
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
371
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,621
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $654k
Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+16%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$78 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Sharon Mitchell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
35 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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1991)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Sharon Mitchell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sharon Mitchell for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Baldwyn 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 Sharon Mitchell
NPI records show Dr. Mitchell as active with telehealth listed in Baldwyn, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (662) 365-4100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
745 Hwy 145 South, Baldwyn, MS 38824
Mailing Address
745 Hwy 145 South, Baldwyn, MS 38824
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