2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1063419786 M.D.
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CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.

Specialist in MILFORD, Connecticut. 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
4K
Medicare Part D claims · 633 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
84.4788/100
▲ 1 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$172.44
8 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in MILFORD, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 4K claims across 633 beneficiaries — 16% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 84.4788/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $172.44 across 8 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 84.4788 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 4,212 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. at a glance

Near national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/07/2005

NPI 1063419786

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

4,212 186% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

MIPS final score

84.4788/100 1.3788000000000125% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Specialist share within Connecticut

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

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

Near national average
MIPS Final Score
84.4788/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Specialist) — 84.4788/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Specialist) — 84.4788/100 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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CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in MILFORD, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1063419786. 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.

CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 849 BOSTON POST RD, MILFORD, CT, 06460, with a listed phone of (203) 874-1512. NPI 1063419786 was issued on 07/07/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KRAMER 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 4,212 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 633 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $807K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% 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 84.4788/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 79.2865, Cost 59.5997), 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

849 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 06460

Provider Details

NPI 1063419786
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/07/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

84.4788
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
79.2865
Quality
59.5997
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CLIFFORD KRAMER, 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.

HARTFORD HEALTHCARE MEDICAL GROUP SPECIALISTS PLLC
STORRS, CT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

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 CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$172

Largest payer

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

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 · Typical

CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. — brand share 16.0%
Specialty average (est.)

16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 4,212 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.

4,212
Total Claims
$807K
Total Drug Cost
633
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
11,114
Total Day Supply
332,126
Brand vs Generic
16% brand / 84% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$720K
Generic Drug Cost
$87K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.47
Gender Split
44% female / 56% male
Age Distribution
<65: 27, 65-74: 228, 75-84: 242, 85+: 136

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
482
Metoprolol Succinate
395
Eliquis
Apixaban
336
Amlodipine Besylate
257
Lisinopril
228
Furosemide
213
Metoprolol Tartrate
197
Rosuvastatin Calcium
187
Losartan Potassium
161
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
150

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

Specialist Overview

How CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

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

CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s 4,212 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Connecticut

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s specialty?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in MILFORD, Connecticut. Credentials: M.D..
How much does CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. wrote 4,212 Medicare Part D claims totaling $807K in drug costs for 633 beneficiaries.
What is CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 84.4788/100 (Quality: 79.2865, Cost: 59.5997). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. located?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. is located at 849 BOSTON POST RD, MILFORD, CT, 06460. Phone: (203) 874-1512.
What is CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s NPI number?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063419786, issued on 07/07/2005.
Does CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $720K 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 CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Metoprolol Succinate, Eliquis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. accept Medicare?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 4,212 Part D claims and 633 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s credentials?
CLIFFORD KRAMER, M.D.'s NPI is 1063419786 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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