2026 NPPES data Interventional Cardiology Physician NPI 1598700338 MD
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CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD

Interventional Cardiology Physician in CAPE GIRARDEAU, 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
303
Medicare Part D claims · 101 beneficiaries · Interventional Cardiology Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
81%
generic claims · 19% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD filed 303 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Interventional Cardiology Physician in CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, prescribing 81% generic.

303
Part D claims, 2023
81%
generic prescribing

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CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

303 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 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)

CLIFFORD TALBERT, 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 CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/17/2006

NPI 1598700338

Primary specialty

Interventional Cardiology Physician

Niche

3,382 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

303 90% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,984

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Interventional Cardiology Physician compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Missouri

1. Interventional Cardiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Missouri

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider practicing in CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1598700338. 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 TALBERT, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 211 SAINT FRANCIS DR, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, 63703, with a listed phone of (573) 331-3333. NPI 1598700338 was issued on 06/17/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what TALBERT 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 303 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 101 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $51K in drug spend, split 19% brand-name and 81% 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.

Interventional Cardiology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,382 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 2,984 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

211 SAINT FRANCIS DR
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63703

Provider Details

NPI 1598700338
Specialty Interventional Cardiology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/17/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD — brand share 19.0%
Specialty average (est.)

19% brand-name claims vs 81% generic, on 303 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.

303
Total Claims
$51K
Total Drug Cost
101
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
560
Total Day Supply
16,601
Brand vs Generic
19% brand / 81% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$46K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.58
Gender Split
50% female / 50% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Metoprolol Tartrate
22
Eliquis
Apixaban
21
Furosemide
21
Isosorbide Mononitrate Er
Isosorbide Mononitrate
17
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
17
Metoprolol Succinate
14
Propafenone Hcl
13
Verapamil Hcl
13
Pravastatin Sodium
12
Rosuvastatin Calcium
12

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

Interventional Cardiology Physician Overview

How CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD fits within the Interventional Cardiology Physician landscape nationally.

3,382
Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Interventional Cardiology Physician
2,984
Avg Claims per Provider

CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's 303 claims are below the specialty average of 2,984.

Nearby Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in Missouri

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

Compare Interventional Cardiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's specialty?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD specializes in Interventional Cardiology Physician and practices in CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri. Credentials: MD.
How much does CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD wrote 303 Medicare Part D claims totaling $51K in drug costs for 101 beneficiaries.
Where is CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD located?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD is located at 211 SAINT FRANCIS DR, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, 63703. Phone: (573) 331-3333.
What is CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's NPI number?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598700338, issued on 06/17/2006.
Does CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's prescribing is 19% brand-name and 81% generic drugs by claim count, with $46K in brand drug costs.
How many Interventional Cardiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,382 Interventional Cardiology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Interventional Cardiology Physician provider writes 2,984 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Metoprolol Tartrate, Eliquis, Furosemide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD accept Medicare?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 303 Part D claims and 101 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's credentials?
CLIFFORD TALBERT, MD's NPI is 1598700338 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.

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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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