2026 NPPES data Nephrology Physician NPI 1730371774 M.D.
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MARK AARONS, M.D.

Nephrology Physician in ARLINGTON, Virginia. 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
120
Medicare Part D claims · 39 beneficiaries · Nephrology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
81%
generic claims · 19% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
77.3661/100
▼ 6 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: MARK AARONS, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in ARLINGTON, Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 120 claims across 39 beneficiaries — 19% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 77.3661/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: MARK AARONS, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 77.3661 out of 100, below the 83.1 national average, and filed 120 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

MARK AARONS, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

MARK AARONS, M.D. at a glance

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/14/2007

NPI 1730371774

Primary specialty

Nephrology Physician

Mid-sized

10,534 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

120 92% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,454

MIPS final score

77.3661/100 5.733899999999991% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Virginia

How Nephrology Physician compares to other specialties among Virginia providers

Virginia providers

Nephrology Physician share within Virginia

1. Nephrology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Nephrology Physician share within Virginia

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

MARK AARONS, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Nephrology Physician national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
77.3661/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Nephrology Physician) — 77.3661/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%77.4%
MIPS final score (Nephrology Physician) — 77.3661/100 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.

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).

MARK AARONS, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider practicing in ARLINGTON, Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1730371774. 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.

MARK AARONS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nephrology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 1625 N GEORGE MASON DR, ARLINGTON, VA, 22205, with a listed phone of (703) 717-4400. NPI 1730371774 was issued on 08/14/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AARONS 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 120 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 39 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $16K in drug spend, split 19% brand-name and 81% 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 77.3661/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 80.8214, Cost 54.5656), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Nephrology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,534 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,454 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

1625 N GEORGE MASON DR
ARLINGTON, VA 22205

Provider Details

NPI 1730371774
Specialty Nephrology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/14/2007

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

77.3661
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
80.8214
Quality
54.5656
Cost
87
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

MARK AARONS, M.D. — brand share 19.0%
Specialty average (est.)

19% brand-name claims vs 81% generic, on 120 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.

120
Total Claims
$16K
Total Drug Cost
39
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
139
Total Day Supply
3,109
Brand vs Generic
19% brand / 81% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$12K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K
Antibiotic Claims
19

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.55
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male

Nephrology Physician Overview

How MARK AARONS, M.D. fits within the Nephrology Physician landscape nationally.

10,534
Nephrology Physician Providers in US
55
States with Nephrology Physician
1,454
Avg Claims per Provider

MARK AARONS, M.D.'s 120 claims are below the specialty average of 1,454.

Nearby Nephrology Physician Providers in Virginia

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

Compare Nephrology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MARK AARONS, M.D.'s specialty?
MARK AARONS, M.D. specializes in Nephrology Physician and practices in ARLINGTON, Virginia. Credentials: M.D..
How much does MARK AARONS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MARK AARONS, M.D. wrote 120 Medicare Part D claims totaling $16K in drug costs for 39 beneficiaries.
What is MARK AARONS, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
MARK AARONS, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 77.3661/100 (Quality: 80.8214, Cost: 54.5656). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is MARK AARONS, M.D. located?
MARK AARONS, M.D. is located at 1625 N GEORGE MASON DR, ARLINGTON, VA, 22205. Phone: (703) 717-4400.
What is MARK AARONS, M.D.'s NPI number?
MARK AARONS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730371774, issued on 08/14/2007.
Does MARK AARONS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MARK AARONS, M.D.'s prescribing is 19% brand-name and 81% generic drugs by claim count, with $12K in brand drug costs.
How many Nephrology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,534 Nephrology Physician providers across 55 states in the US. The average Nephrology Physician provider writes 1,454 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does MARK AARONS, M.D. accept Medicare?
MARK AARONS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 120 Part D claims and 39 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MARK AARONS, M.D.'s credentials?
MARK AARONS, M.D.'s NPI is 1730371774 with credentials M.D.. 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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