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EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C

Physician Assistant in BALTIMORE, Maryland. 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
285
Medicare Part D claims · 79 beneficiaries · Physician Assistant avg: 790
Generic prescribing
71%
generic claims · 29% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in BALTIMORE, Maryland with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 285 claims across 79 beneficiaries — 29% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C filed 285 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BALTIMORE, Maryland. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/21/2006

NPI 1609835404

Primary specialty

Physician Assistant

High-volume

149,975 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

285 64% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 790

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Physician Assistant share within Maryland

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — 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.

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EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider practicing in BALTIMORE, Maryland, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MPAS, PA-C. NPI: 1609835404. 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.

EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Physician Assistant provider holding MPAS, PA-C credentials at 6830 HOSPITAL DR, BALTIMORE, MD, 21237, with a listed phone of (443) 559-5063. NPI 1609835404 was issued on 03/21/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BIRD 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 285 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 79 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $246K in drug spend, split 29% brand-name and 71% 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.

Physician Assistant is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 149,975 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 790 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

6830 HOSPITAL DR
BALTIMORE, MD 21237

Provider Details

NPI 1609835404
Specialty Physician Assistant
Credentials MPAS, PA-C
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/21/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C — brand share 29.0%
Specialty average (est.)

29% brand-name claims vs 71% generic, on 285 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.

285
Total Claims
$246K
Total Drug Cost
79
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
529
Total Day Supply
15,787
Brand vs Generic
29% brand / 71% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$207K
Generic Drug Cost
$39K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
62.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
9.35
Gender Split
48% female / 52% male
Age Distribution
<65: 39, 65-74: 26, 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.

Drug Claims
Sevelamer Carbonate
70
Velphoro
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide
38
Nifedipine Er
Nifedipine
34
Auryxia
Ferric Citrate
23
Calcium Acetate
12

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

Physician Assistant Overview

How EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C fits within the Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

149,975
Physician Assistant Providers in US
56
States with Physician Assistant
790
Avg Claims per Provider

EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's 285 claims are below the specialty average of 790.

Nearby Physician Assistant Providers in Maryland

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's specialty?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C specializes in Physician Assistant and practices in BALTIMORE, Maryland. Credentials: MPAS, PA-C.
How much does EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C wrote 285 Medicare Part D claims totaling $246K in drug costs for 79 beneficiaries.
Where is EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C located?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C is located at 6830 HOSPITAL DR, BALTIMORE, MD, 21237. Phone: (443) 559-5063.
What is EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's NPI number?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609835404, issued on 03/21/2006.
Does EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's prescribing is 29% brand-name and 71% generic drugs by claim count, with $207K in brand drug costs.
How many Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 149,975 Physician Assistant providers across 56 states in the US. The average Physician Assistant provider writes 790 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Sevelamer Carbonate, Velphoro, Nifedipine Er. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C accept Medicare?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 285 Part D claims and 79 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's credentials?
EDWARD BIRD, MPAS, PA-C's NPI is 1609835404 with credentials MPAS, 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.
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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