Stephen James Bhandarkar, MD
Stephen James Bhandarkar is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Big Rapids, MI with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Stephen James Bhandarkar, MD practices as part of a group emergency medicine physician practice in Big Rapids, MI. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 2010, he brings 16+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.23%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.1 pts)
21.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
129
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
151
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
212
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+1%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2010
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 23, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
4100 Embassy Dr Se Ste 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-2416
Differs from practice location
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Stephen James Bhandarkar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen James Bhandarkar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Big Rapids 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 Stephen James Bhandarkar
Dr. Bhandarkar is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Big Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (231) 796-8691.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stephen James Bhandarkar
Practice Location
605 Oak St, Big Rapids, MI 49307-2048
Mailing Address
4100 Embassy Dr Se Ste 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-2416
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