2026 NPPES data Surgical Physician Assistant NPI 1447547864 PA
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ERIC SMITH, PA

Surgical Physician Assistant in BIDDEFORD, Maine. 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
153
Medicare Part D claims · 96 beneficiaries · Surgical Physician Assistant avg: 316
Generic prescribing
92%
generic claims · 8% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
98.0699/100
▲ 15 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

ERIC SMITH, PA reported a CMS MIPS final score of 98.0699/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 153 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

98.0699/100
MIPS score · +15 vs avg
153
Part D claims, 2023
92%
generic prescribing

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ERIC SMITH, PA's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

98 Top 11% higher than 89% 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%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about ERIC SMITH, PA?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/06/2011

NPI 1447547864

Primary specialty

Surgical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

16,119 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

153 52% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 316

MIPS final score

98.0699/100 14.96990000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Surgical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Surgical Physician Assistant share within Maine

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

ERIC SMITH, PA's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Surgical Physician Assistant national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
98.0699/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Surgical Physician Assistant) — 98.0699/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%98.1%
MIPS final score (Surgical Physician Assistant) — 98.0699/100 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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ERIC SMITH, PA appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Surgical Physician Assistant provider holding PA credentials at 46 BARRA RD STE 103, BIDDEFORD, ME, 04005, with a listed phone of (207) 283-1126. NPI 1447547864 was issued on 07/06/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SMITH 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 153 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 96 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $842 in drug spend, split 8% brand-name and 92% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 52.3%. 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 98.0699/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.1398), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Surgical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 16,119 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 316 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

46 BARRA RD STE 103
BIDDEFORD, ME 04005

Provider Details

NPI 1447547864
Specialty Surgical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/06/2011

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

98.0699
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.1398
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ERIC SMITH, PA 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.

MAINEHEALTH
BIDDEFORD, ME

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

ERIC SMITH, PA — brand share 8.0%
Specialty average (est.)

8% brand-name claims vs 92% generic, on 153 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.

153
Total Claims
$842
Total Drug Cost
96
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
159
Total Day Supply
1,359
Brand vs Generic
8% brand / 92% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$105
Generic Drug Cost
$738
Opioid Claims
80 (52.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
27

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.27
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male
Age Distribution
<65: 27, 65-74: 46, 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.

What ERIC SMITH, PA prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Oxycodone Hcl
38
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
17
Prednisone
12
Cephalexin
11

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

Surgical Physician Assistant Overview

How ERIC SMITH, PA fits within the Surgical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

16,119
Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in US
54
States with Surgical Physician Assistant
316
Avg Claims per Provider

ERIC SMITH, PA's 153 claims are below the specialty average of 316.

Nearby Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in Maine

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERIC SMITH, PA's specialty?
ERIC SMITH, PA specializes in Surgical Physician Assistant and practices in BIDDEFORD, Maine. Credentials: PA.
How much does ERIC SMITH, PA prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ERIC SMITH, PA wrote 153 Medicare Part D claims totaling $842 in drug costs for 96 beneficiaries.
What is ERIC SMITH, PA's Medicare quality score?
ERIC SMITH, PA has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 98.0699/100 (Quality: 86.1398). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is ERIC SMITH, PA located?
ERIC SMITH, PA is located at 46 BARRA RD STE 103, BIDDEFORD, ME, 04005. Phone: (207) 283-1126.
What is ERIC SMITH, PA's NPI number?
ERIC SMITH, PA's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447547864, issued on 07/06/2011.
Does ERIC SMITH, PA prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ERIC SMITH, PA's prescribing is 8% brand-name and 92% generic drugs by claim count, with $105 in brand drug costs.
Does ERIC SMITH, PA prescribe opioids?
Yes, ERIC SMITH, PA had 80 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 52.3%.
How many Surgical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 16,119 Surgical Physician Assistant providers across 54 states in the US. The average Surgical Physician Assistant provider writes 316 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ERIC SMITH, PA prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ERIC SMITH, PA's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxycodone Hcl, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Prednisone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ERIC SMITH, PA accept Medicare?
ERIC SMITH, PA appears in CMS Medicare data with 153 Part D claims and 96 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ERIC SMITH, PA's credentials?
ERIC SMITH, PA's NPI is 1447547864 with credentials PA. 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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