2026 NPPES data Nephrology Physician NPI 1043298854 MD
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ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD

Nephrology Physician in GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
850
Medicare Part D claims · 160 beneficiaries · Nephrology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
94%
generic claims · 6% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD is a Nephrology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 850 claims across 160 beneficiaries — 6% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD filed 850 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Nephrology Physician in GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, prescribing 94% generic.

850
Part D claims, 2023
94%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

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.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 4 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/03/2006

NPI 1043298854

Primary specialty

Nephrology Physician

Mid-sized

10,534 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

850 42% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,454

Specialty distribution in Colorado

How Nephrology Physician compares to other specialties among Colorado providers

Colorado providers

Nephrology Physician share within Colorado

1. Nephrology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Nephrology Physician share within Colorado

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Nephrology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Nephrology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider practicing in GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1043298854. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nephrology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 2748 CROSSROADS BLVD, GRAND JUNCTION, CO, 81506, with a listed phone of (970) 255-0919. NPI 1043298854 was issued on 01/03/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what STRAIGHT most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 850 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 160 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $63K in drug spend, split 6% brand-name and 94% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Nephrology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,534 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,454 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

2748 CROSSROADS BLVD
GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81506

Provider Details

NPI 1043298854
Specialty Nephrology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 01/03/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

GRAND MESA NEPHROLOGY PLLC
GRAND JUNCTION, CO
KIDNEY SPECIALISTS OF MINNESOTA, PA
ROSEVILLE, MN
NORTH MEMORIAL HEALTH CARE
ROBBINSDALE, MN
REGENCY HOSPITAL OF MINNEAPOLIS, LLC
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD — brand share 6.0%
Specialty average (est.)

6% brand-name claims vs 94% generic, on 850 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.

850
Total Claims
$63K
Total Drug Cost
160
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,766
Total Day Supply
52,671
Brand vs Generic
6% brand / 94% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$31K
Generic Drug Cost
$32K
Antibiotic Claims
13

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.90
Gender Split
49% female / 51% male
Age Distribution
<65: 23, 65-74: 49, 75-84: 67, 85+: 21

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Amlodipine Besylate
143
Calcitriol
82
Furosemide
63
Losartan Potassium
60
Chlorthalidone
52
Doxazosin Mesylate
50
Bumetanide
46
Hydrochlorothiazide
35
Hydralazine Hcl
32
Lisinopril
27

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Nephrology Physician Overview

How ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD fits within the Nephrology Physician landscape nationally.

10,534
Nephrology Physician Providers in US
55
States with Nephrology Physician
1,454
Avg Claims per Provider

ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's 850 claims are below the specialty average of 1,454.

Nearby Nephrology Physician Providers in Colorado

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Colorado, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as STRAIGHT.

Compare Nephrology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's specialty?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD specializes in Nephrology Physician and practices in GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado. Credentials: MD.
How much does ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD wrote 850 Medicare Part D claims totaling $63K in drug costs for 160 beneficiaries.
Where is ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD located?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD is located at 2748 CROSSROADS BLVD, GRAND JUNCTION, CO, 81506. Phone: (970) 255-0919.
What is ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's NPI number?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043298854, issued on 01/03/2006.
Does ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's prescribing is 6% brand-name and 94% generic drugs by claim count, with $31K in brand drug costs.
How many Nephrology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,534 Nephrology Physician providers across 55 states in the US. The average Nephrology Physician provider writes 1,454 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Calcitriol, Furosemide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD accept Medicare?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 850 Part D claims and 160 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's credentials?
ALEXANDRA STRAIGHT, MD's NPI is 1043298854 with credentials MD. 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

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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