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2026 NPPES data Naturopath NPI 1528563160 MD, ND
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Naturopath in Baltimore, Maryland.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 6,673 in Naturopath, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
947
Medicare Part D claims · 247 beneficiaries · Naturopath avg: 120
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND filed 947 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Naturopath in Baltimore, Maryland, prescribing 89% generic.
- 947
- Part D claims, 2023
- 89%
- generic prescribing
Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) - no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
947 Top 25% higher than 75% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Naturopath
Medicare Part D claims
947 8× vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Maryland
How Naturopath compares to other specialties among Maryland providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Naturopath provider holding MD, ND credentials at 1800 ORLEANS ST, Baltimore, MD, 21287, with a listed phone of (410) 955-5000. NPI 1528563160 was issued on 03/27/2018.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 947 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 247 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $64K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 89% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.4%.
Naturopath is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,673 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 120 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist, always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.
Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1528563160 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Naturopath |
| Credentials | MD, ND |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 03/27/2018 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND - brand share 9.0%
Naturopath average
9% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 947 2023 Medicare Part D claims.
The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
947
Total Claims
$64K
Total Drug Cost
247
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 1,321
- Total Day Supply
- 37,312
- Brand vs Generic
- 9% brand / 89% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $43K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $20K
- Opioid Claims
- 42 (4.4% rate)
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 63.1 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.51
- Gender Split
- 62% female / 38% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 98, 65-74: 125, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Atorvastatin Calcium
Atorvastatin Calcium
89 claims
- Gabapentin 32
Gabapentin
32 claims
- Lisinopril 28
Lisinopril
28 claims
- Duloxetine Hcl 26
Duloxetine Hcl
26 claims
- Levothyroxine Sodium 26
Levothyroxine Sodium
26 claims
- Metoprolol Succinate 25
Metoprolol Succinate
25 claims
- Amlodipine Besylate 18
Amlodipine Besylate
18 claims
- Fluticasone Propio… 17
Fluticasone Propionate
17 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 89 |
| Gabapentin | 32 |
| Lisinopril | 28 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 26 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 26 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 25 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 18 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 17 |
| Omeprazole | 16 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 15 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Naturopath Overview
How Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND fits within the Naturopath landscape nationally.
6,673
Naturopath Providers in US
53
States with Naturopath
120
Avg Claims per Provider
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's 947 claims are above the specialty average of 120.
Nearby Naturopath Providers in Maryland
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maryland, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Tarasco.
Donna Acree
Frederick, MD
Dr. Shamar Amison
ND
Frederick, MD
Dr. Revee Barbour
N.D., MS
Cumberland, MD
Dr. Elise Benczkowski
ND
Ellicott City, MD
Dr. Rodney Bohlmann
ND
Olney, MD
Compare Naturopath nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's specialty? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND specializes in Naturopath and practices in Baltimore, Maryland. Credentials: MD, ND.
How much does Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND wrote 947 Medicare Part D claims totaling $64K in drug costs for 247 beneficiaries.
Where is Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND located? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND is located at 1800 ORLEANS ST, Baltimore, MD, 21287. Phone: (410) 955-5000.
What is Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's NPI number? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528563160, issued on 03/27/2018.
Does Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $43K in brand drug costs.
Does Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND had 42 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.4%.
How many Naturopath providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 6,673 Naturopath providers across 53 states in the US. The average Naturopath provider writes 120 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Gabapentin, Lisinopril. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND accept Medicare? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND appears in CMS Medicare data with 947 Part D claims and 247 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's credentials? ▼
Alexander Tarasco, MD, ND's NPI is 1528563160 with credentials MD, ND. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.
Data Sources
View source datasets and methodology notes
- Provider Directory
- CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
- Specialty Classification
- NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
- Prescribing Data
- CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
- Limitations
- Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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