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KATHERINE BAER, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in ATLANTA, Georgia. 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
97
Medicare Part D claims · 22 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
77%
generic claims · 23% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
92.2614/100
▲ 9 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: KATHERINE BAER, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in ATLANTA, Georgia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 97 claims across 22 beneficiaries — 23% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 92.2614/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: KATHERINE BAER, PA-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 92.2614 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 97 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KATHERINE BAER, PA-C at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/16/2012

NPI 1699023051

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

97 91% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

MIPS final score

92.2614/100 9.1614% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Georgia

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Georgia providers

Georgia providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Georgia

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

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

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
92.2614/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 92.2614/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 92.2614/100 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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KATHERINE BAER, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in ATLANTA, Georgia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1699023051. 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.

KATHERINE BAER, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 550 PEACHTREE ST NE, ATLANTA, GA, 30308, with a listed phone of (678) 787-8775. NPI 1699023051 was issued on 08/16/2012. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BAER 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 97 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 22 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4K in drug spend, split 23% brand-name and 77% 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 92.2614/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 73.8353), 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

550 PEACHTREE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30308

Provider Details

NPI 1699023051
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/16/2012

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

92.2614
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
73.8353
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KATHERINE BAER, 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.

THE EMORY CLINIC INC
ATLANTA, GA

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 · Typical

KATHERINE BAER, PA-C — brand share 23.0%
Specialty average (est.)

23% brand-name claims vs 77% generic, on 97 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.

97
Total Claims
$4K
Total Drug Cost
22
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
114
Total Day Supply
2,870
Brand vs Generic
23% brand / 77% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$3K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.72

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Atovaquone-Proguanil Hcl
Atovaquone/Proguanil Hcl
13
Losartan Potassium
13

* 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 KATHERINE BAER, 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

KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's 97 claims are below the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Georgia

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's specialty?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in ATLANTA, Georgia. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does KATHERINE BAER, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KATHERINE BAER, PA-C wrote 97 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4K in drug costs for 22 beneficiaries.
What is KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's Medicare quality score?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 92.2614/100 (Quality: 73.8353). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is KATHERINE BAER, PA-C located?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C is located at 550 PEACHTREE ST NE, ATLANTA, GA, 30308. Phone: (678) 787-8775.
What is KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's NPI number?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699023051, issued on 08/16/2012.
Does KATHERINE BAER, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's prescribing is 23% brand-name and 77% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K 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 KATHERINE BAER, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atovaquone-Proguanil Hcl, Losartan Potassium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KATHERINE BAER, PA-C accept Medicare?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 97 Part D claims and 22 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's credentials?
KATHERINE BAER, PA-C's NPI is 1699023051 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.

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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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