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BURTON BELKNAP, MD

Dermatology Physician in FARGO, North Dakota. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 288 beneficiaries · Dermatology Physician avg: 729
Generic prescribing
94%
generic claims · 6% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$128.48
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

BURTON BELKNAP, MD filed 1,109 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Dermatology Physician in FARGO, North Dakota, prescribing 94% generic.

1K
Part D claims, 2023
94%
generic prescribing
$128.48
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

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.

BURTON BELKNAP, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

1,109 Top 23% higher than 77% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). This entry sits in this band. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

BURTON BELKNAP, 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).

What does the federal data show about BURTON BELKNAP, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/08/2006

NPI 1770516478

Primary specialty

Dermatology Physician

Mid-sized

14,610 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,109 52% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 729

Specialty distribution in North Dakota

How Dermatology Physician compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers

North Dakota providers

Dermatology Physician share within North Dakota

1. Dermatology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Dermatology Physician share within North Dakota

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

BURTON BELKNAP, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider practicing in FARGO, North Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1770516478. 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.

BURTON BELKNAP, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Dermatology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, FARGO, ND, 58103, with a listed phone of (701) 364-3300. NPI 1770516478 was issued on 07/08/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BELKNAP 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 1,109 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 288 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $240K 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.

Dermatology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 14,610 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 729 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

1702 UNIVERSITY DR S
FARGO, ND 58103

Provider Details

NPI 1770516478
Specialty Dermatology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/08/2006

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for BURTON BELKNAP, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$128

Largest payer

SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

BURTON BELKNAP, MD — brand share 6.0%
Specialty average (est.)

6% brand-name claims vs 94% generic, on 1,109 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.

1,109
Total Claims
$240K
Total Drug Cost
288
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,236
Total Day Supply
30,060
Brand vs Generic
6% brand / 94% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$209K
Generic Drug Cost
$31K
Antibiotic Claims
149

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.11
Gender Split
47% female / 53% male
Age Distribution
<65: 42, 65-74: 119, 75-84: 86, 85+: 41

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Triamcinolone Acetonide
190
Methotrexate
Methotrexate Sodium
161
Minocycline Hcl
93
Ketoconazole
64
Betamethasone Diprop Augmented
Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc
63
Hydroxyzine Hcl
58
Mupirocin
43
Prednisone
41
Clotrimazole-Betamethasone
Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip
40
Mometasone Furoate
34

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

Dermatology Physician Overview

How BURTON BELKNAP, MD fits within the Dermatology Physician landscape nationally.

14,610
Dermatology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Dermatology Physician
729
Avg Claims per Provider

BURTON BELKNAP, MD's 1,109 claims are above the specialty average of 729.

Nearby Dermatology Physician Providers in North Dakota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Dakota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BELKNAP.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BURTON BELKNAP, MD's specialty?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD specializes in Dermatology Physician and practices in FARGO, North Dakota. Credentials: MD.
How much does BURTON BELKNAP, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BURTON BELKNAP, MD wrote 1,109 Medicare Part D claims totaling $240K in drug costs for 288 beneficiaries.
Where is BURTON BELKNAP, MD located?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD is located at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, FARGO, ND, 58103. Phone: (701) 364-3300.
What is BURTON BELKNAP, MD's NPI number?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770516478, issued on 07/08/2006.
Does BURTON BELKNAP, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD's prescribing is 6% brand-name and 94% generic drugs by claim count, with $209K in brand drug costs.
How many Dermatology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 14,610 Dermatology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Dermatology Physician provider writes 729 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does BURTON BELKNAP, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BURTON BELKNAP, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Triamcinolone Acetonide, Methotrexate, Minocycline Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BURTON BELKNAP, MD accept Medicare?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,109 Part D claims and 288 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BURTON BELKNAP, MD's credentials?
BURTON BELKNAP, MD's NPI is 1770516478 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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