2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1336137058 MD
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DAVID KLOTH, MD

Specialist in DANBURY, 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
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 354 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
96%
generic claims · 4% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
25.3028/100
▼ 58 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$552.85
8 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: DAVID KLOTH, MD is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in DANBURY, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 3K claims across 354 beneficiaries — 4% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 25.3028/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $552.85 across 8 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What the federal data shows

DAVID KLOTH, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 25.3028/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 3,402 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

25.3028/100
MIPS score · -58 vs avg
3K
Part D claims, 2023
96%
generic prescribing
$552.85
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.

DAVID KLOTH, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

25 3rd percentile higher than 3% 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%). This entry sits in this band. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Above this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Above this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Above this entry. 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

DAVID KLOTH, MD at a glance

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/06/2005

NPI 1336137058

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,402 131% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

MIPS final score

25.3028/100 57.79719999999999% pts

Below average 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

DAVID KLOTH, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Specialist national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
25.3028/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Specialist) — 25.3028/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%25.3%
MIPS final score (Specialist) — 25.3028/100 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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DAVID KLOTH, MD is a Specialist provider practicing in DANBURY, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1336137058. 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.

DAVID KLOTH, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 2 RIVERVIEW DR, DANBURY, CT, 06810, with a listed phone of (203) 792-7246. NPI 1336137058 was issued on 10/06/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KLOTH 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 3,402 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 354 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $159K in drug spend, split 4% brand-name and 96% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 60.8%. 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 25.3028/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 18.7323), 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

2 RIVERVIEW DR
DANBURY, CT 06810

Provider Details

NPI 1336137058
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/06/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

25.3028
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
18.7323
Quality
0
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DAVID KLOTH, MD 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.

ORTHOCONNECTICUT PLLC
NEW MILFORD, CT
PTSMA INC
FAIRFIELD, 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 DAVID KLOTH, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$553

Largest payer

Saluda Medical Americas, Inc.

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

DAVID KLOTH, MD — brand share 4.0%
Specialty average (est.)

4% brand-name claims vs 96% generic, on 3,402 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.

3,402
Total Claims
$159K
Total Drug Cost
354
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,571
Total Day Supply
88,546
Brand vs Generic
4% brand / 96% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$71K
Generic Drug Cost
$87K
Opioid Claims
2,069 (60.8% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.35
Gender Split
50% female / 50% male
Age Distribution
<65: 71, 65-74: 177, 75-84: 88, 85+: 18

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen
Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen
651
Oxycodone Hcl
437
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
405
Gabapentin
329
Diazepam
319
Morphine Sulfate Er
Morphine Sulfate
167
Tramadol Hcl
125
Hydromorphone Hcl
117
Duloxetine Hcl
99
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl
84

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

Specialist Overview

How DAVID KLOTH, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

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

DAVID KLOTH, MD's 3,402 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 KLOTH.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID KLOTH, MD's specialty?
DAVID KLOTH, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in DANBURY, Connecticut. Credentials: MD.
How much does DAVID KLOTH, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID KLOTH, MD wrote 3,402 Medicare Part D claims totaling $159K in drug costs for 354 beneficiaries.
What is DAVID KLOTH, MD's Medicare quality score?
DAVID KLOTH, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 25.3028/100 (Quality: 18.7323). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is DAVID KLOTH, MD located?
DAVID KLOTH, MD is located at 2 RIVERVIEW DR, DANBURY, CT, 06810. Phone: (203) 792-7246.
What is DAVID KLOTH, MD's NPI number?
DAVID KLOTH, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336137058, issued on 10/06/2005.
Does DAVID KLOTH, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID KLOTH, MD's prescribing is 4% brand-name and 96% generic drugs by claim count, with $71K in brand drug costs.
Does DAVID KLOTH, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, DAVID KLOTH, MD had 2,069 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 60.8%.
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 DAVID KLOTH, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID KLOTH, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, Oxycodone Hcl, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID KLOTH, MD accept Medicare?
DAVID KLOTH, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,402 Part D claims and 354 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID KLOTH, MD's credentials?
DAVID KLOTH, MD's NPI is 1336137058 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.
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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