2026 NPPES data Geriatric Psychiatry Physician NPI 1932171071 MD
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ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD

Geriatric Psychiatry Physician in SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania. 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
710
Medicare Part D claims · 66 beneficiaries · Geriatric Psychiatry Physician avg: 2K
Generic prescribing
92%
generic claims · 8% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatry Physician ([object Object]) practicing in SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 710 claims across 66 beneficiaries — 8% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD filed 710 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/03/2006

NPI 1932171071

Primary specialty

Geriatric Psychiatry Physician

Niche

785 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

710 55% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,586

Specialty distribution in Pennsylvania

How Geriatric Psychiatry Physician compares to other specialties among Pennsylvania providers

Pennsylvania providers

Geriatric Psychiatry Physician share within Pennsylvania

1. Geriatric Psychiatry Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Geriatric Psychiatry Physician share within Pennsylvania

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Geriatric Psychiatry 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).

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatry Physician provider practicing in SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1932171071. 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.

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Geriatric Psychiatry Physician provider holding MD credentials at 143 EDGEWOOD DR W, SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA, 18411, with a listed phone of (570) 989-1921. NPI 1932171071 was issued on 02/03/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BHARUCHA 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 710 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 66 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $82K in drug spend, split 8% brand-name and 92% 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.

Geriatric Psychiatry Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 785 enrolled providers across 46 states and an average of 1,586 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

143 EDGEWOOD DR W
SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA 18411

Provider Details

NPI 1932171071
Specialty Geriatric Psychiatry Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/03/2006

License & disciplinary context — Pennsylvania PA-BOM 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~45K Pennsylvania medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD. To verify ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's current license status, search the PA-BOM public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

133
Total board actions, Pennsylvania 2023
Across 129 cases
2.96
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Pennsylvania statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
48 cases

PA-BOM publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Pennsylvania disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD — brand share 8.0%
Specialty average (est.)

8% brand-name claims vs 92% generic, on 710 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.

710
Total Claims
$82K
Total Drug Cost
66
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
957
Total Day Supply
28,242
Brand vs Generic
8% brand / 92% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$66K
Generic Drug Cost
$16K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.44
Gender Split
68% female / 32% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Duloxetine Hcl
66
Escitalopram Oxalate
62
Alprazolam
43
Lorazepam
42
Clonazepam
40
Quetiapine Fumarate
36
Zolpidem Tartrate
28
Trazodone Hcl
23
Ziprasidone Hcl
22
Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine
19

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

Geriatric Psychiatry Physician Overview

How ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD fits within the Geriatric Psychiatry Physician landscape nationally.

785
Geriatric Psychiatry Physician Providers in US
46
States with Geriatric Psychiatry Physician
1,586
Avg Claims per Provider

ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's 710 claims are below the specialty average of 1,586.

Nearby Geriatric Psychiatry Physician Providers in Pennsylvania

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

Compare Geriatric Psychiatry Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's specialty?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD specializes in Geriatric Psychiatry Physician and practices in SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania. Credentials: MD.
How much does ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD wrote 710 Medicare Part D claims totaling $82K in drug costs for 66 beneficiaries.
Where is ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD located?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD is located at 143 EDGEWOOD DR W, SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA, 18411. Phone: (570) 989-1921.
What is ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's NPI number?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932171071, issued on 02/03/2006.
Does ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's prescribing is 8% brand-name and 92% generic drugs by claim count, with $66K in brand drug costs.
How many Geriatric Psychiatry Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 785 Geriatric Psychiatry Physician providers across 46 states in the US. The average Geriatric Psychiatry Physician provider writes 1,586 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Duloxetine Hcl, Escitalopram Oxalate, Alprazolam. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD accept Medicare?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 710 Part D claims and 66 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's credentials?
ASHOK BHARUCHA, MD's NPI is 1932171071 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.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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