2026 NPPES data Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician NPI 1548231889 MD
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ELBERT SANDERS, MD

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in GADSDEN, Alabama. 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
601
Medicare Part D claims · 78 beneficiaries · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician avg: 284
Generic prescribing
91%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

ELBERT SANDERS, MD filed 601 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in GADSDEN, Alabama, prescribing 91% generic.

601
Part D claims, 2023
91%
generic prescribing

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ELBERT SANDERS, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

601 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 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)

ELBERT SANDERS, 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 ELBERT SANDERS, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/26/2006

NPI 1548231889

Primary specialty

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician

Mid-sized

13,692 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

601 112% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 284

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician share within Alabama

1. Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician share within Alabama

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology 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).

ELBERT SANDERS, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1007 GOODYEAR AVE, GADSDEN, AL, 35901, with a listed phone of (256) 494-4000. NPI 1548231889 was issued on 01/26/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SANDERS 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 601 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 78 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $178K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 91% 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.

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 13,692 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 284 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

1007 GOODYEAR AVE
GADSDEN, AL 35901

Provider Details

NPI 1548231889
Specialty Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/26/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

ELBERT SANDERS, MD — brand share 9.0%
Specialty average (est.)

9% brand-name claims vs 91% generic, on 601 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.

601
Total Claims
$178K
Total Drug Cost
78
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
604
Total Day Supply
13,380
Brand vs Generic
9% brand / 91% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$37K
Generic Drug Cost
$141K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
55.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.23
Gender Split
45% female / 55% male
Age Distribution
<65: 56, 65-74: 20, 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
Buprenorphine-Naloxone
Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl
545
Suboxone
Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl
49

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

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician Overview

How ELBERT SANDERS, MD fits within the Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician landscape nationally.

13,692
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician Providers in US
55
States with Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician
284
Avg Claims per Provider

ELBERT SANDERS, MD's 601 claims are above the specialty average of 284.

Nearby Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician Providers in Alabama

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

Compare Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ELBERT SANDERS, MD's specialty?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD specializes in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician and practices in GADSDEN, Alabama. Credentials: MD.
How much does ELBERT SANDERS, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ELBERT SANDERS, MD wrote 601 Medicare Part D claims totaling $178K in drug costs for 78 beneficiaries.
Where is ELBERT SANDERS, MD located?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD is located at 1007 GOODYEAR AVE, GADSDEN, AL, 35901. Phone: (256) 494-4000.
What is ELBERT SANDERS, MD's NPI number?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548231889, issued on 01/26/2006.
Does ELBERT SANDERS, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 91% generic drugs by claim count, with $37K in brand drug costs.
How many Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 13,692 Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician providers across 55 states in the US. The average Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider writes 284 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ELBERT SANDERS, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ELBERT SANDERS, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Buprenorphine-Naloxone, Suboxone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ELBERT SANDERS, MD accept Medicare?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 601 Part D claims and 78 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ELBERT SANDERS, MD's credentials?
ELBERT SANDERS, MD's NPI is 1548231889 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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