2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1669854931
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NATHAN BOLANDER

Pharmacist in SHELLEY, 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
105
Medicare Part D claims · 80 beneficiaries · Pharmacist avg: 135
Generic prescribing
27%
generic claims · 73% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: NATHAN BOLANDER is a Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in SHELLEY, Idaho with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 105 claims across 80 beneficiaries — 73% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: NATHAN BOLANDER filed 105 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SHELLEY, Idaho. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

NATHAN BOLANDER at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/23/2015

NPI 1669854931

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

105 22% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 135

Specialty distribution in Idaho

How Pharmacist compares to other specialties among Idaho providers

Idaho providers

Pharmacist share within Idaho

1. Pharmacist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pharmacist share within Idaho

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pharmacist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Pharmacist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacist) — 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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NATHAN BOLANDER is a Pharmacist provider practicing in SHELLEY, Idaho, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). NPI: 1669854931. 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.

NATHAN BOLANDER appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider at 570 S STATE ST, SHELLEY, ID, 83274, with a listed phone of (208) 357-0473. NPI 1669854931 was issued on 06/23/2015. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BOLANDER 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 105 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 80 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $21K in drug spend, split 73% brand-name and 27% 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.

Pharmacist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 290,447 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 135 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

570 S STATE ST
SHELLEY, ID 83274

Provider Details

NPI 1669854931
Specialty Pharmacist
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/23/2015

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

NATHAN BOLANDER — brand share 73.0%
Specialty average (est.)

73% brand-name claims vs 27% generic, on 105 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.

105
Total Claims
$21K
Total Drug Cost
80
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
136
Total Day Supply
1,842
Brand vs Generic
73% brand / 27% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$20K
Generic Drug Cost
$0

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.08
Gender Split
46% female / 54% 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
Shingrix
Varicella-Zoster Ge/As01b/Pf
29
Abrysvo
"Rsv Vacc
N/A
Comfort Ez Pen Needle
"Pen Needle
N/A
Unifine Pentips Plus
"Pen Needle
N/A

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

Pharmacist Overview

How NATHAN BOLANDER fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

290,447
Pharmacist Providers in US
56
States with Pharmacist
135
Avg Claims per Provider

NATHAN BOLANDER's 105 claims are below the specialty average of 135.

Nearby Pharmacist Providers in Idaho

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

Compare Pharmacist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NATHAN BOLANDER's specialty?
NATHAN BOLANDER specializes in Pharmacist and practices in SHELLEY, Idaho.
How much does NATHAN BOLANDER prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, NATHAN BOLANDER wrote 105 Medicare Part D claims totaling $21K in drug costs for 80 beneficiaries.
Where is NATHAN BOLANDER located?
NATHAN BOLANDER is located at 570 S STATE ST, SHELLEY, ID, 83274. Phone: (208) 357-0473.
What is NATHAN BOLANDER's NPI number?
NATHAN BOLANDER's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669854931, issued on 06/23/2015.
Does NATHAN BOLANDER prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
NATHAN BOLANDER's prescribing is 73% brand-name and 27% generic drugs by claim count, with $20K in brand drug costs.
How many Pharmacist providers are there in the US?
There are 290,447 Pharmacist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Pharmacist provider writes 135 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does NATHAN BOLANDER prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, NATHAN BOLANDER's most frequently prescribed drugs include Shingrix, Abrysvo, Comfort Ez Pen Needle. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does NATHAN BOLANDER accept Medicare?
NATHAN BOLANDER appears in CMS Medicare data with 105 Part D claims and 80 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify NATHAN BOLANDER's credentials?
NATHAN BOLANDER's NPI is 1669854931. 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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