Carolyn Sparks, MD
NPI 1437230836 · Family Medicine Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carolyn Sparks, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1437230836).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437230836
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45486 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
598 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 98 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $123 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 45 | $126 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 44 | $10 |
| Urine Microalbumin (protein) Level82043 | 44 | $6 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 44 | $0 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 77 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 285 | 79 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 232 | 59 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 158 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 153 | 39 |
| Simvastatin | 136 | 37 |
| Losartan Potassium | 116 | 31 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-18
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carolyn Sparks's NPI number?
- Carolyn Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437230836, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carolyn Sparks's specialty?
- Carolyn Sparks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carolyn Sparks located?
- Carolyn Sparks's practice location on file with NPPES is 2615 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406.
- What is Carolyn Sparks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carolyn Sparks is (612) 333-0770.
- Does Carolyn Sparks accept Medicare?
- Carolyn Sparks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carolyn Sparks's NPI active?
- Yes — Carolyn Sparks's NPI (1437230836) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.