Susanne Markesbery Arnold, MD

Medical Oncology Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Susanne Markesbery Arnold is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(859) 323-5116Lexington, KY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across KY can see Susanne Markesbery Arnold, MD in person in Lexington or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Kentucky College of Medicine graduate since 1992, she brings 34+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 68% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 18 Internal Medicine providers in KYSee all Internal Medicine in Lexington34+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2176dNPPES updated 2020-06-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure

Contact & Location

Practice Location

740 S Limestone, Lexington, KY 40536-0001

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Kentucky.

MIPS Score

2023

100/100

Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

18.32%

Kentucky avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+13.2 pts)

18.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

146

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

192

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,714

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $681k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Cancer.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+35%)56%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor

COPD
Higher than avg (+29%)49%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+10%)44%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Tobacco Use Disorder
32%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1992

    University of Kentucky College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 7, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineMedical Oncology in LexingtonAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.

Taxonomy: 207RX0202X

Education & Training

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Class of 1992)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2333 Alumni Park Plz Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40517-4012

Differs from practice location

Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Susanne Markesbery Arnold

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Susanne Markesbery Arnold for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Lexington 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 Susanne Markesbery Arnold

NPI records show Dr. Arnold as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-5116.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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