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CHRIS JONES, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota. 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 · 162 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
86.5167/100
▲ 3 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

CHRIS JONES, PA-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 86.5167/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 1,480 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

86.5167/100
MIPS score · +3 vs avg
1K
Part D claims, 2023
87%
generic prescribing

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CHRIS JONES, PA-C's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

87 Top 48% higher than 52% 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%). This entry sits in this band. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. 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 CHRIS JONES, PA-C?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/14/2008

NPI 1164686614

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,480 37% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

MIPS final score

86.5167/100 3.416700000000006% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Minnesota

1. Medical Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Medical Physician Assistant share within Minnesota

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

CHRIS JONES, PA-C's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Medical Physician Assistant national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
86.5167/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 86.5167/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%86.5%
MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 86.5167/100 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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CHRIS JONES, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 10000 ZANE AVE N, BROOKLYN PARK, MN, 55443, with a listed phone of (763) 528-6999. NPI 1164686614 was issued on 07/14/2008. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what JONES 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 1,480 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 162 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $148K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%. 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 86.5167/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 82.5912, Cost 67.965), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Medical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 40,527 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,077 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

10000 ZANE AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55443

Provider Details

NPI 1164686614
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/14/2008

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

86.5167
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
82.5912
Quality
67.965
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHRIS JONES, PA-C 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.

FAIRVIEW EXPRESS CARE
MAPLE GROVE, MN
HEALTHEAST MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
SAINT PAUL, 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 · Typical

CHRIS JONES, PA-C — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 1,480 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.

1,480
Total Claims
$148K
Total Drug Cost
162
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,626
Total Day Supply
73,752
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$92K
Generic Drug Cost
$54K
Opioid Claims
34 (2.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
20

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.32
Gender Split
56% female / 44% male
Age Distribution
<65: 45, 65-74: 69, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What CHRIS JONES, PA-C prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Famotidine
84
Lisinopril
80
Atorvastatin Calcium
55
Levothyroxine Sodium
45
Amlodipine Besylate
41
Metoprolol Succinate
36
Omeprazole
35
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
32
Gabapentin
31
Pantoprazole Sodium
30

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

Medical Physician Assistant Overview

How CHRIS JONES, PA-C fits within the Medical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

40,527
Medical Physician Assistant Providers in US
55
States with Medical Physician Assistant
1,077
Avg Claims per Provider

CHRIS JONES, PA-C's 1,480 claims are above the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Minnesota

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

Compare Medical Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHRIS JONES, PA-C's specialty?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does CHRIS JONES, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHRIS JONES, PA-C wrote 1,480 Medicare Part D claims totaling $148K in drug costs for 162 beneficiaries.
What is CHRIS JONES, PA-C's Medicare quality score?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 86.5167/100 (Quality: 82.5912, Cost: 67.965). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is CHRIS JONES, PA-C located?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C is located at 10000 ZANE AVE N, BROOKLYN PARK, MN, 55443. Phone: (763) 528-6999.
What is CHRIS JONES, PA-C's NPI number?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164686614, issued on 07/14/2008.
Does CHRIS JONES, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $92K in brand drug costs.
Does CHRIS JONES, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, CHRIS JONES, PA-C had 34 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%.
How many Medical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 40,527 Medical Physician Assistant providers across 55 states in the US. The average Medical Physician Assistant provider writes 1,077 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHRIS JONES, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHRIS JONES, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Famotidine, Lisinopril, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHRIS JONES, PA-C accept Medicare?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,480 Part D claims and 162 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHRIS JONES, PA-C's credentials?
CHRIS JONES, PA-C's NPI is 1164686614 with credentials PA-C. 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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