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Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD

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Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)

University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (1968)

Professional interests include: skin issues

840 Green Bay Road
Winnetka, IL 60093

(847) 446-7996

Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD is a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). She graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 1968 and has 58 years of experience. Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD is affiliated with Endeavor Health.

Office Locations

Endeavor Health

840 Green Bay Road
Winnetka, IL 60093

(847) 446-7996

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Some issues Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

incision and drainage

incision and drainage of skin abscess

By Affordability:

excisional debridement

removal of skin lesion

skin debridement

skin lesion destruction

skin procedures

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Illinois, Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD performed more incision and drainage, and incision and drainage of skin abscess (e.g. boil) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and she also had a list price for excisional debridement, removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), skin debridement, skin lesion destruction (e.g. laser surgery), and skin procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

incision and drainage of skin abscess

skin incision and drainage

In 2012, Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD had a list price for incision and drainage of skin abscess (e.g. boil), and skin incision and drainage that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Illinois. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2012 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	220
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	45
doctor visit	524
excision	45
incision and drainage	220
minor procedures	220
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	101
skin procedures	101
skin surgery	220

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2013 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	188
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	38
doctor visit	496
excision	38
incision and drainage	188
minor procedures	188
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	110
skin procedures	110
skin surgery	188

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	193

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2013

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	7
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	10
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2014 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	157
doctor visit	439
incision and drainage	157
minor procedures	157
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	65
skin procedures	65
skin surgery	157

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	171

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	110
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2014

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	8
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	10
Dementia	4
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2015 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	169
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	15
doctor visit	461
excision	15
incision and drainage	169
minor procedures	169
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	79
skin procedures	79
skin surgery	169

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	334

**Age**
From 65 to 74	216
From 75 to 84	200
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2015

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	8
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	9
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2016 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	134
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	25
doctor visit	419
excision	25
incision and drainage	134
minor procedures	134
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	93
skin procedures	93
skin surgery	134

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	171

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2016

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	9
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2017 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	136
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	24
doctor visit	394
excision	24
incision and drainage	136
minor procedures	136
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	67
skin procedures	67
skin surgery	136

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	175

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2017

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	7
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	7
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2018 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	155
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	37
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	430
excision	37
incision and drainage	155
minor procedures	155
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	92
skin procedures	92
skin surgery	155

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	162

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	232
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	111
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2018

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	9
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2019 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	137
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	44
doctor visit	433
excision	44
incision and drainage	137
minor procedures	137
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	86
skin procedures	86
skin surgery	137

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	173

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	244
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2019

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	8
Dementia	5
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2020 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	118
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	32
doctor visit	413
excision	32
incision and drainage	118
minor procedures	118
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	82
skin procedures	82
skin surgery	118

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	151

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	223
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2020

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	8
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2021 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	140
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	44
doctor visit	438
excision	44
incision and drainage	140
minor procedures	140
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	73
skin procedures	73
skin surgery	140

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	157

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	231
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2021

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	9
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL during 2022 were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	140
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	30
doctor visit	418
excision	30
incision and drainage	140
minor procedures	140
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	58
skin procedures	58
skin surgery	140

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	150

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	223
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	88
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD in 2022

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	8
Chronic Kidney Disease	7
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	10
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated as a dermatologist in Winnetka, IL were abscess drainage, minor procedures, skin surgery and incision and drainage.

abscess drainage	154
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	33
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	442
excision	33
incision and drainage	154
minor procedures	154
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	82
skin procedures	82
skin surgery	154

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD.

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	167

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	127
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	105
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	104

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and atrial fibrilation.

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	8
Chronic Kidney Disease	7
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	8
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	2
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 1968. She completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (1968)

Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology (1973)

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Endeavor Health

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Carol Kay Tharp, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Mission Pharmacal Company	$72 Plexion $72

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$72

Biography

Dr. Carol Tharp is a physician who specializes in dermatology (skin disorders). Clinical interests for Dr. Tharp include skin issues. She is professionally affiliated with Endeavor Health. Before completing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Dr. Tharp attended medical school at the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine.