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PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD

Specialist in ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana. 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
15K
Medicare Part D claims · 303 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 15K claims across 303 beneficiaries — 10% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD filed 15,048 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/08/2009

NPI 1679808638

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

15,048 921% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Louisiana

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Louisiana providers

Louisiana providers

Specialist share within Louisiana

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Louisiana

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — 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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PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD is a Specialist provider practicing in ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1679808638. 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.

PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 99 PECANWOOD DR, ALEXANDRIA, LA, 71303, with a listed phone of (313) 461-1663. NPI 1679808638 was issued on 10/08/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BUDDE 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 15,048 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 303 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $739K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.1%. 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.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

99 PECANWOOD DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303

Provider Details

NPI 1679808638
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/08/2009

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD 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.

CALCASIEU CAMERON HOSPITAL MEDICINE GROUP LLC
SULPHUR, LA
KISATCHIE EMERGENCY GROUP LLC
LEESVILLE, LA
LSUMC-S FAMILY PRACTICE MEDICAL
ALEXANDRIA, LA

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

PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 15,048 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.

15,048
Total Claims
$739K
Total Drug Cost
303
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
15,442
Total Day Supply
282,776
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$474K
Generic Drug Cost
$250K
Opioid Claims
314 (2.1% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
352

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.00
Gender Split
65% female / 35% male
Age Distribution
<65: 58, 65-74: 90, 75-84: 87, 85+: 68

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
756
Pantoprazole Sodium
704
Levothyroxine Sodium
692
Amlodipine Besylate
546
Potassium Chloride
479
Donepezil Hcl
429
Gabapentin
349
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
342
Escitalopram Oxalate
319
Losartan Potassium
296

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

Specialist Overview

How PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's 15,048 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Louisiana

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's specialty?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana. Credentials: MD.
How much does PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD wrote 15,048 Medicare Part D claims totaling $739K in drug costs for 303 beneficiaries.
Where is PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD located?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD is located at 99 PECANWOOD DR, ALEXANDRIA, LA, 71303. Phone: (313) 461-1663.
What is PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's NPI number?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679808638, issued on 10/08/2009.
Does PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $474K in brand drug costs.
Does PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD had 314 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.1%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Pantoprazole Sodium, Levothyroxine Sodium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD accept Medicare?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 15,048 Part D claims and 303 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's credentials?
PRAVEEN BUDDE, MD's NPI is 1679808638 with credentials MD. 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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