Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carolyn Sparks, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Minneapolis, MN
- NPI 1437230836
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2615 East Franklin Avenue, Ufp Smiley's Clinic
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 333-0770
fax (612) 359-0475 - Mailing address
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420 Delaware Street Se, University of Minnesota Physicians
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #45486
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437230836. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
750
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$29,254
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 129 | 67 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 85 | 64 | $125 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 61 | 53 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 61 | 53 | $13 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 56 | 43 | $9 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 55 | 55 | $128 | |
82043 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) level | 53 | 49 | $6 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 53 | 49 | $0 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 41 | 34 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 33 | 29 | $89 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 108 peers in this city , average services per provider: 44. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,798
Patients
503
Total drug cost
$36,070
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | Generic | 289 | 83 | $4,989 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 274 | 79 | $6,697 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 175 | 50 | $2,229 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 167 | 44 | $4,021 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 143 | 40 | $2,797 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 101 | 22 | $2,138 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 99 | 30 | $2,062 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 94 | 32 | $2,468 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 73 | 20 | $1,508 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 71 | 27 | $1,506 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carolyn Sparks's medical specialty?
Dr. Carolyn Sparks practices Family Medicine Physician in Minneapolis, MN.
Where does Dr. Carolyn Sparks practice?
Dr. Carolyn Sparks practices at 2615 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406. Office phone: 6123330770.
What is Dr. Carolyn Sparks's NPI?
Dr. Carolyn Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437230836, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carolyn Sparks accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carolyn Sparks accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carolyn Sparks commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.