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GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in COEUR D ALENE, Idaho. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 354 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
83%
generic claims · 17% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$1.0K
50 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C filed 1,493 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Medical Physician Assistant in COEUR D ALENE, Idaho, prescribing 83% generic.

1K
Part D claims, 2023
83%
generic prescribing
$1.0K
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.

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

1,493 Top 20% higher than 80% 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%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). This entry sits in this band. 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

What does the federal data show about GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/09/2014

NPI 1437553187

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,493 39% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

Specialty distribution in Idaho

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Idaho providers

Idaho providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Idaho

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Medical 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.

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).

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in COEUR D ALENE, Idaho, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1437553187. 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.

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 700 W IRONWOOD DR, COEUR D ALENE, ID, 83814, with a listed phone of (208) 625-5250. NPI 1437553187 was issued on 10/09/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FOLEY 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 1,493 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 354 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $268K in drug spend, split 17% brand-name and 83% 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.

Medical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 40,527 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,077 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

700 W IRONWOOD DR
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814

Provider Details

NPI 1437553187
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 10/09/2014

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C 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.

MULTICARE HEALTH SYSTEM
GIG HARBOR, WA

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 GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$1.0K

Largest payer

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

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 · Typical

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C — brand share 17.0%
Specialty average (est.)

17% brand-name claims vs 83% generic, on 1,493 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.

1,493
Total Claims
$268K
Total Drug Cost
354
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,967
Total Day Supply
87,551
Brand vs Generic
17% brand / 83% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$237K
Generic Drug Cost
$31K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.08
Gender Split
42% female / 58% male
Age Distribution
<65: 34, 65-74: 129, 75-84: 132, 85+: 59

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 Succinate
162
Spironolactone
142
Carvedilol
101
Losartan Potassium
92
Entresto
Sacubitril/Valsartan
84
Torsemide
83
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
75
Atorvastatin Calcium
72
Rosuvastatin Calcium
72
Furosemide
59

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

Medical Physician Assistant Overview

How GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C fits within the Medical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

40,527
Medical Physician Assistant Providers in US
55
States with Medical Physician Assistant
1,077
Avg Claims per Provider

GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's 1,493 claims are above the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Idaho

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's specialty?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in COEUR D ALENE, Idaho. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C wrote 1,493 Medicare Part D claims totaling $268K in drug costs for 354 beneficiaries.
Where is GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C located?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C is located at 700 W IRONWOOD DR, COEUR D ALENE, ID, 83814. Phone: (208) 625-5250.
What is GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's NPI number?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437553187, issued on 10/09/2014.
Does GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's prescribing is 17% brand-name and 83% generic drugs by claim count, with $237K in brand drug costs.
How many Medical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 40,527 Medical Physician Assistant providers across 55 states in the US. The average Medical Physician Assistant provider writes 1,077 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Metoprolol Succinate, Spironolactone, Carvedilol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C accept Medicare?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,493 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 GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's credentials?
GRETCHEN FOLEY, PA-C's NPI is 1437553187 with credentials 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.

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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