2026 NPPES data Gynecology Physician NPI 1619074911 M.D.
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PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.

Gynecology Physician in HARTFORD, Connecticut. 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
338
Medicare Part D claims · 157 beneficiaries · Gynecology Physician avg: 295
Generic prescribing
59%
generic claims · 41% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
84.4788/100
▲ 1 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$130.93
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. is a Gynecology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in HARTFORD, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 338 claims across 157 beneficiaries — 41% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 84.4788/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $130.93 across 1 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What the federal data shows

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 84.4788/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 338 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

84.4788/100
MIPS score · +1 vs avg
338
Part D claims, 2023
59%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

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.

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

84 45th percentile higher than 45% 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

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 2 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. at a glance

Near national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/20/2006

NPI 1619074911

Primary specialty

Gynecology Physician

Niche

3,902 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

338 15% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 295

MIPS final score

84.4788/100 1.3788000000000125% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Gynecology Physician compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Gynecology Physician share within Connecticut

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Gynecology Physician national average

Near national average
MIPS Final Score
84.4788/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Gynecology Physician) — 84.4788/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%84.5%
MIPS final score (Gynecology Physician) — 84.4788/100 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).

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. is a Gynecology Physician provider practicing in HARTFORD, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1619074911. 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.

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gynecology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06102, with a listed phone of (860) 545-4338. NPI 1619074911 was issued on 09/20/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what TULIKANGAS 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 338 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 157 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $114K in drug spend, split 41% brand-name and 59% 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 84.4788/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 79.2865, Cost 59.5997), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Gynecology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,902 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 295 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

80 SEYMOUR STREET
HARTFORD, CT 06102

Provider Details

NPI 1619074911
Specialty Gynecology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 09/20/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

84.4788
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
79.2865
Quality
59.5997
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. 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.

HARTFORD HOSPITAL
★★★★☆ 4/5
WEST HARTFORD, CT
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS CCN: 070025
HARTFORD HEALTHCARE MEDICAL GROUP SPECIALISTS PLLC
AVON, CT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$131

Largest payer

Boston Scientific Corporation

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. — brand share 41.0%
Specialty average (est.)

41% brand-name claims vs 59% generic, on 338 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.

338
Total Claims
$114K
Total Drug Cost
157
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
671
Total Day Supply
17,833
Brand vs Generic
41% brand / 59% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$99K
Generic Drug Cost
$16K
Antibiotic Claims
102

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.06
Gender Split
100% female / 0% male
Age Distribution
<65: 13, 65-74: 74, 75-84: 52, 85+: 18

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Myrbetriq
Mirabegron
84
Estradiol
50
Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro
Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst
48
Solifenacin Succinate
16
Methenamine Hippurate
15
Cephalexin
14
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
12
Yuvafem
Estradiol
12
Oxybutynin Chloride Er
Oxybutynin Chloride
11
Trimethoprim
11

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

Gynecology Physician Overview

How PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. fits within the Gynecology Physician landscape nationally.

3,902
Gynecology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Gynecology Physician
295
Avg Claims per Provider

PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s 338 claims are above the specialty average of 295.

Nearby Gynecology Physician Providers in Connecticut

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s specialty?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. specializes in Gynecology Physician and practices in HARTFORD, Connecticut. Credentials: M.D..
How much does PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. wrote 338 Medicare Part D claims totaling $114K in drug costs for 157 beneficiaries.
What is PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 84.4788/100 (Quality: 79.2865, Cost: 59.5997). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. located?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. is located at 80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06102. Phone: (860) 545-4338.
What is PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s NPI number?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619074911, issued on 09/20/2006.
Does PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s prescribing is 41% brand-name and 59% generic drugs by claim count, with $99K in brand drug costs.
How many Gynecology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,902 Gynecology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Gynecology Physician provider writes 295 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Myrbetriq, Estradiol, Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. accept Medicare?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 338 Part D claims and 157 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s credentials?
PAUL TULIKANGAS, M.D.'s NPI is 1619074911 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.

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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