2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1821181066 M.D
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BOYD HELM, M.D

Specialist in BATON ROUGE, Louisiana. 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
582
Medicare Part D claims · 106 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
86%
generic claims · 14% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

BOYD HELM, M.D reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 582 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

100/100
MIPS score · +17 vs avg
582
Part D claims, 2023
86%
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.

BOYD HELM, M.D's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

100 Top 7% higher than 93% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about BOYD HELM, M.D?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/02/2006

NPI 1821181066

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

582 61% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Louisiana

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Louisiana providers

Louisiana providers

Specialist share within Louisiana

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Louisiana

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

BOYD HELM, M.D's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Specialist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
100/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Specialist) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Specialist) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

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.

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BOYD HELM, M.D is a Specialist provider practicing in BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D. NPI: 1821181066. 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.

BOYD HELM, M.D appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D credentials at 5231 BRITTANY DR, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70808, with a listed phone of (225) 769-0933. NPI 1821181066 was issued on 10/02/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what HELM 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 582 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 106 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $67K in drug spend, split 14% brand-name and 86% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 100/100 for the 2023 performance year, compared with the national average of 83.1.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

5231 BRITTANY DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808

Provider Details

NPI 1821181066
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/02/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
99
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where BOYD HELM, M.D 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.

BATON ROUGE CARDIOLOGY CENTER
BATON ROUGE, LA

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 · Typical

BOYD HELM, M.D — brand share 14.0%
Specialty average (est.)

14% brand-name claims vs 86% generic, on 582 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.

582
Total Claims
$67K
Total Drug Cost
106
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,200
Total Day Supply
35,603
Brand vs Generic
14% brand / 86% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$54K
Generic Drug Cost
$13K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.57
Gender Split
50% female / 50% male
Age Distribution
<65: 11, 65-74: 50, 75-84: 33, 85+: 12

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Ezetimibe
63
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
53
Eliquis
Apixaban
39
Atorvastatin Calcium
35
Pravastatin Sodium
31
Rosuvastatin Calcium
31
Hydralazine Hcl
27
Metoprolol Succinate
25
Furosemide
21
Pantoprazole Sodium
20

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

Specialist Overview

How BOYD HELM, M.D fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

BOYD HELM, M.D's 582 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Louisiana

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

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BOYD HELM, M.D's specialty?
BOYD HELM, M.D specializes in Specialist and practices in BATON ROUGE, Louisiana. Credentials: M.D.
How much does BOYD HELM, M.D prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BOYD HELM, M.D wrote 582 Medicare Part D claims totaling $67K in drug costs for 106 beneficiaries.
What is BOYD HELM, M.D's Medicare quality score?
BOYD HELM, M.D has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100. The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is BOYD HELM, M.D located?
BOYD HELM, M.D is located at 5231 BRITTANY DR, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70808. Phone: (225) 769-0933.
What is BOYD HELM, M.D's NPI number?
BOYD HELM, M.D's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821181066, issued on 10/02/2006.
Does BOYD HELM, M.D prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BOYD HELM, M.D's prescribing is 14% brand-name and 86% generic drugs by claim count, with $54K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does BOYD HELM, M.D prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BOYD HELM, M.D's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ezetimibe, Clopidogrel, Eliquis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BOYD HELM, M.D accept Medicare?
BOYD HELM, M.D appears in CMS Medicare data with 582 Part D claims and 106 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BOYD HELM, M.D's credentials?
BOYD HELM, M.D's NPI is 1821181066 with credentials M.D. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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