2026 NPPES data Medical Physician Assistant NPI 1609872043 PA
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KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA

Medical Physician Assistant in BEACH, North Dakota. 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
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 257 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA is a Medical Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in BEACH, North Dakota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 3K claims across 257 beneficiaries — 12% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA filed 3,457 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Medical Physician Assistant in BEACH, North Dakota, prescribing 88% generic.

3K
Part D claims, 2023
88%
generic prescribing

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KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2005

NPI 1609872043

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,457 221% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

Specialty distribution in North Dakota

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers

North Dakota providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within North Dakota

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

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.

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KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in BEACH, North Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA. NPI: 1609872043. 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.

KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA credentials at 95 2ND ST NW, BEACH, ND, 58621, with a listed phone of (701) 872-3777. NPI 1609872043 was issued on 06/21/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what OLSTAD 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 3,457 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 257 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $301K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.0%. 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

95 2ND ST NW
BEACH, ND 58621

Provider Details

NPI 1609872043
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/21/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KRISTINA OLSTAD, 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.

GABERT MEDICAL SERVICES INC
GLENDIVE, MT
OMAHA THERAPY INC
DICKINSON, ND
ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CENTER
BEACH, ND

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

KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 3,457 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.

3,457
Total Claims
$301K
Total Drug Cost
257
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
6,969
Total Day Supply
200,890
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$251K
Generic Drug Cost
$49K
Opioid Claims
105 (3.0% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
170

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.83
Gender Split
57% female / 43% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Levothyroxine Sodium
192
Rosuvastatin Calcium
172
Lisinopril
131
Amlodipine Besylate
123
Eliquis
Apixaban
114
Omeprazole
108
Losartan Potassium
107
Metformin Hcl
94
Furosemide
84
Pantoprazole Sodium
68

* 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 KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA 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

KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's 3,457 claims are above the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in North Dakota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Dakota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as OLSTAD.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's specialty?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in BEACH, North Dakota. Credentials: PA.
How much does KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA wrote 3,457 Medicare Part D claims totaling $301K in drug costs for 257 beneficiaries.
Where is KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA located?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA is located at 95 2ND ST NW, BEACH, ND, 58621. Phone: (701) 872-3777.
What is KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's NPI number?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609872043, issued on 06/21/2005.
Does KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $251K in brand drug costs.
Does KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA prescribe opioids?
Yes, KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA had 105 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.0%.
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 KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Rosuvastatin Calcium, Lisinopril. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA accept Medicare?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,457 Part D claims and 257 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's credentials?
KRISTINA OLSTAD, PA's NPI is 1609872043 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.
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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