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KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in AURORA, Colorado. 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
200
Medicare Part D claims · 90 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
65%
generic claims · 35% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
97.5814/100
▲ 14 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 97.5814/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 200 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

97.5814/100
MIPS score · +14 vs avg
200
Part D claims, 2023
65%
generic prescribing

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KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C'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 15% higher than 85% 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 KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2018

NPI 1407340474

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

200 81% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

MIPS final score

97.5814/100 14.481400000000008% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Colorado

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Colorado providers

Colorado providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Colorado

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Medical Physician Assistant national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
97.5814/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 97.5814/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%97.6%
MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 97.5814/100 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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KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 1635 AURORA CT, AURORA, CO, 80045, with a listed phone of (720) 848-0000. NPI 1407340474 was issued on 06/21/2018. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ELMQUIST 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 200 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 90 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $39K in drug spend, split 35% brand-name and 65% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 97.5814/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.5348), compared with the national average of 83.1.

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

1635 AURORA CT
AURORA, CO 80045

Provider Details

NPI 1407340474
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/21/2018

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

97.5814
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.5348
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KAREN ELMQUIST, 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.

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED
AURORA, CO

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 · Above average

KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C — brand share 35.0%
Specialty average (est.)

35% brand-name claims vs 65% generic, on 200 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.

200
Total Claims
$39K
Total Drug Cost
90
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
410
Total Day Supply
12,068
Brand vs Generic
35% brand / 65% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$33K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.64
Gender Split
51% female / 49% male
Age Distribution
<65: 36, 65-74: 30, 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
Oxybutynin Chloride Er
Oxybutynin Chloride
12
Pen Needle
"Pen Needle
N/A

* 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 KAREN ELMQUIST, 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

KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's 200 claims are below the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Colorado

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's specialty?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in AURORA, Colorado. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C wrote 200 Medicare Part D claims totaling $39K in drug costs for 90 beneficiaries.
What is KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's Medicare quality score?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 97.5814/100 (Quality: 86.5348). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C located?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C is located at 1635 AURORA CT, AURORA, CO, 80045. Phone: (720) 848-0000.
What is KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's NPI number?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407340474, issued on 06/21/2018.
Does KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's prescribing is 35% brand-name and 65% generic drugs by claim count, with $33K 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 KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxybutynin Chloride Er, Pen Needle. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C accept Medicare?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 200 Part D claims and 90 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's credentials?
KAREN ELMQUIST, PA-C's NPI is 1407340474 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.
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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