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MARK BRIGGS, PA-C

Physician Assistant in MERIDIAN, 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
550
Medicare Part D claims · 114 beneficiaries · Physician Assistant avg: 790
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
83.3209/100
▲ 0 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

MARK BRIGGS, PA-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 83.3209/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 550 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

83.3209/100
MIPS score · +0 vs avg
550
Part D claims, 2023
90%
generic prescribing

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.

MARK BRIGGS, 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

83 42nd percentile higher than 42% 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%). This entry sits in this band. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. 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 MARK BRIGGS, PA-C?

Near national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/01/2009

NPI 1861726259

Primary specialty

Physician Assistant

High-volume

149,975 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

550 30% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 790

MIPS final score

83.3209/100 0.22090000000000032% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Idaho

How Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Idaho providers

Idaho providers

Physician Assistant share within Idaho

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Physician Assistant national average

Near national average
MIPS Final Score
83.3209/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Physician Assistant) — 83.3209/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%83.3%
MIPS final score (Physician Assistant) — 83.3209/100 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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MARK BRIGGS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider practicing in MERIDIAN, Idaho, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1861726259. 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 BRIGGS, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 867 S VANGUARD WAY, MERIDIAN, ID, 83642, with a listed phone of (208) 463-3000. NPI 1861726259 was issued on 10/01/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BRIGGS 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 550 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 114 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $21K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.1%. 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 83.3209/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 79.5148, Cost 64.8883), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Physician Assistant is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 149,975 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 790 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

867 S VANGUARD WAY
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Provider Details

NPI 1861726259
Specialty Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/01/2009

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

83.3209
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
79.5148
Quality
64.8883
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MARK BRIGGS, 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.

DANDG MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PLLC
CALDWELL, ID
ST LUKES CLINIC-TREASURE VALLEY LLC
FRUITLAND, ID

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

MARK BRIGGS, PA-C — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 550 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.

550
Total Claims
$21K
Total Drug Cost
114
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
551
Total Day Supply
13,007
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$12K
Generic Drug Cost
$8K
Opioid Claims
17 (3.1% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
54

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.33
Gender Split
67% female / 33% 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
30
Atorvastatin Calcium
26
Memantine Hcl
18
Lisinopril
17
Cephalexin
16
Tamsulosin Hcl
16
Donepezil Hcl
15
Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Hcl
14
Eliquis
Apixaban
14
Gabapentin
14

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

Physician Assistant Overview

How MARK BRIGGS, PA-C fits within the Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

149,975
Physician Assistant Providers in US
56
States with Physician Assistant
790
Avg Claims per Provider

MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's 550 claims are below the specialty average of 790.

Nearby Physician Assistant Providers in Idaho

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's specialty?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C specializes in Physician Assistant and practices in MERIDIAN, Idaho. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does MARK BRIGGS, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MARK BRIGGS, PA-C wrote 550 Medicare Part D claims totaling $21K in drug costs for 114 beneficiaries.
What is MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's Medicare quality score?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 83.3209/100 (Quality: 79.5148, Cost: 64.8883). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is MARK BRIGGS, PA-C located?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C is located at 867 S VANGUARD WAY, MERIDIAN, ID, 83642. Phone: (208) 463-3000.
What is MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's NPI number?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861726259, issued on 10/01/2009.
Does MARK BRIGGS, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $12K in brand drug costs.
Does MARK BRIGGS, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, MARK BRIGGS, PA-C had 17 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.1%.
How many Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 149,975 Physician Assistant providers across 56 states in the US. The average Physician Assistant provider writes 790 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MARK BRIGGS, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Atorvastatin Calcium, Memantine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MARK BRIGGS, PA-C accept Medicare?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 550 Part D claims and 114 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's credentials?
MARK BRIGGS, PA-C's NPI is 1861726259 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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