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Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD

Accepting New Patients
(Dr. Karl J. Bakken, OD)
Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)
Pacific University College of Optometry (1998)
Professional interests include: eye problems, glaucoma
3900 Park Nicollet Boulevard
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD is an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN specializing in optometry (primary eye care). He graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry in 1998 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD is affiliated with Park Nicollet Clinic.

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Office Locations

3900 Park Nicollet Boulevard
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
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3900 Park Nicollet Boulevard
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
(952) 993-3150
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9555 Upland Lane N
Maple Grove, MN 55369
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Some issues Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

comprehensive eye exam

In 2013, Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD performed more comprehensive eye exam procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Minnesota.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2013 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 32
eye procedures 192

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 88
Female 128
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 186
Black 14
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 90
From 75 to 84 60
85 and over 25
Less than 65 41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2013 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 44
High Cholesterol 34
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 28
Dementia 6
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2014 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 34
eye procedures 188

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 91
Female 126
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 196
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 76
From 75 to 84 47
85 and over 36
Less than 65 58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 46
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 30
Dementia 6
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2015 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 46
eye procedures 118

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 110
Female 184
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 256
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 94
85 and over 44
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 35
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2016 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 67
eye procedures 262

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 102
Female 160
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 222
Black 14
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 12
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 93
From 75 to 84 82
85 and over 30
Less than 65 57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 38
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 29
Dementia 8
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2017 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 72
eye procedures 258

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 115
Female 153
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 228
Black 17
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 105
From 75 to 84 78
85 and over 32
Less than 65 53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 31
Dementia 10
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2018 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 79
eye procedures 294

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 107
Female 172
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 234
Black 23
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 105
From 75 to 84 81
85 and over 37
Less than 65 56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 27
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2019 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 106
eye procedures 515
ultrasound (sonogram) 11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 163
Female 280
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 396
Black 18
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 18
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 199
From 75 to 84 139
85 and over 53
Less than 65 52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 33
Dementia 9
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2020 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 87
eye procedures 364

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 115
Female 200
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 286
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 143
From 75 to 84 110
85 and over 42
Less than 65 20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 4
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 27
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2021 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 96
eye procedures 517

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 143
Female 261
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 361
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 19
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 182
From 75 to 84 124
85 and over 52
Less than 65 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 30
Dementia 6
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2022 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 85
eye procedures 447

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 139
Female 257
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 363
Black 11
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 176
From 75 to 84 135
85 and over 52
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 15
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 29
Dementia 5
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2023 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 82
eye procedures 476

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Male 135
Female 218
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 320
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 16
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 146
From 75 to 84 138
85 and over 45
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 13
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated as an optometrist in Saint Louis Park, MN were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit 71
eye procedures 330
ultrasound (sonogram) 11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD.

Gender
Female 194
Male 118
Ethnicity
Black / African American 8
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 277
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 7
Age
85 and over 40
75 to 84 98
Less than 65 43
65 to 74 130

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 9
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 29
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Cancer 11
Dementia 6

Education & Training

Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry in 1998. He completed residency at Southern California College of Optometry. He has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: Pacific University College of Optometry (1998)

Residency: Southern California College of Optometry (1999)

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Park Nicollet Clinic

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 348 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis Park, MN. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Karl James Bakken, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
GLAUKOS CORPORATION $272 Photrexa
$146 		iSTENT iNJECT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM
$125
Allergan Inc. $187 RESTASIS
$93 		COMBIGAN
$50
$43
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. $182 CLARUS 500 Fundus Camera
$182
Shire North American Group Inc $38 XIIDRA
$38
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $640
Education $38

Biography

Dr. Karl Bakken is an optometry (primary eye care) specialist in Maple Grove, MN and Saint Louis Park, MN. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. In Dr. Bakken's practice, he is particularly interested in glaucoma. He is professionally affiliated with Park Nicollet Clinic. According to HealthPartners, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Maple Grove, MN.

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