2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1427165935 M.D.
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BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.

Specialist in BRIDGETON, Missouri. 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
8K
Medicare Part D claims · 388 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in BRIDGETON, Missouri with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 8K claims across 388 beneficiaries — 16% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. filed 8,189 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BRIDGETON, Missouri. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/23/2006

NPI 1427165935

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

8,189 456% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Specialist share within Missouri

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — 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.

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BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in BRIDGETON, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1427165935. 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.

BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 3165 MCKELVEY RD STE 100, BRIDGETON, MO, 63044, with a listed phone of (314) 739-1333. NPI 1427165935 was issued on 08/23/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BASKIR 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 8,189 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 388 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $951K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.1%. 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.

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

3165 MCKELVEY RD STE 100
BRIDGETON, MO 63044

Provider Details

NPI 1427165935
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/23/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where BRUCE BASKIR, 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.

SSM HEALTH CARE ST LOUIS
FENTON, MO
WEST FLORISSANT INTERNISTS, INC
BRIDGETON, MO

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

BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. — brand share 16.0%
Specialty average (est.)

16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 8,189 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.

8,189
Total Claims
$951K
Total Drug Cost
388
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
16,471
Total Day Supply
471,725
Brand vs Generic
16% brand / 84% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$766K
Generic Drug Cost
$181K
Opioid Claims
94 (1.1% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
83

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.73
Gender Split
57% female / 43% male
Age Distribution
<65: 117, 65-74: 140, 75-84: 93, 85+: 38

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
478
Atorvastatin Calcium
414
Furosemide
226
Levothyroxine Sodium
215
Losartan Potassium
215
Metformin Hcl
212
Carvedilol
211
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
205
Lisinopril
190
Hydrochlorothiazide
182

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

Specialist Overview

How BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

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

BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s 8,189 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Missouri

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s specialty?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in BRIDGETON, Missouri. Credentials: M.D..
How much does BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. wrote 8,189 Medicare Part D claims totaling $951K in drug costs for 388 beneficiaries.
Where is BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. located?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. is located at 3165 MCKELVEY RD STE 100, BRIDGETON, MO, 63044. Phone: (314) 739-1333.
What is BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s NPI number?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427165935, issued on 08/23/2006.
Does BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $766K in brand drug costs.
Does BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. had 94 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.1%.
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 BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Atorvastatin Calcium, Furosemide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. accept Medicare?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 8,189 Part D claims and 388 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s credentials?
BRUCE BASKIR, M.D.'s NPI is 1427165935 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.
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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