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SARAH FOLSOM, PAC

Medical Physician Assistant in BANGOR, Maine. 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
537
Medicare Part D claims · 171 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
82%
generic claims · 18% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC filed 537 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Medical Physician Assistant in BANGOR, Maine, prescribing 82% generic.

537
Part D claims, 2023
82%
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.

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

537 Top 34% higher than 66% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). This entry sits in this band. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about SARAH FOLSOM, PAC?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/15/2006

NPI 1275584989

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

537 50% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Maine

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Medical Physician Assistant (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Medical Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Medical Physician Assistant) — 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.

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).

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in BANGOR, Maine, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PAC. NPI: 1275584989. 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.

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PAC credentials at 1 NORTHEAST DR, BANGOR, ME, 04401, with a listed phone of (207) 275-3800. NPI 1275584989 was issued on 05/15/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FOLSOM 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 537 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 171 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $104K in drug spend, split 18% brand-name and 82% 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.

Medical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 40,527 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,077 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

1 NORTHEAST DR
BANGOR, ME 04401

Provider Details

NPI 1275584989
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PAC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 05/15/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where SARAH FOLSOM, PAC 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.

EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
BANGOR, ME

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

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC — brand share 18.0%
Specialty average (est.)

18% brand-name claims vs 82% generic, on 537 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.

537
Total Claims
$104K
Total Drug Cost
171
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,313
Total Day Supply
38,787
Brand vs Generic
18% brand / 82% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$85K
Generic Drug Cost
$19K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.74
Gender Split
38% female / 62% 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
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
53
Atorvastatin Calcium
49
Metoprolol Succinate
48
Furosemide
30
Losartan Potassium
25
Rosuvastatin Calcium
20
Amlodipine Besylate
19
Eliquis
Apixaban
18
Isosorbide Mononitrate Er
Isosorbide Mononitrate
18
Jardiance
Empagliflozin
18

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

Medical Physician Assistant Overview

How SARAH FOLSOM, PAC fits within the Medical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

40,527
Medical Physician Assistant Providers in US
55
States with Medical Physician Assistant
1,077
Avg Claims per Provider

SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's 537 claims are below the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Maine

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's specialty?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in BANGOR, Maine. Credentials: PAC.
How much does SARAH FOLSOM, PAC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SARAH FOLSOM, PAC wrote 537 Medicare Part D claims totaling $104K in drug costs for 171 beneficiaries.
Where is SARAH FOLSOM, PAC located?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC is located at 1 NORTHEAST DR, BANGOR, ME, 04401. Phone: (207) 275-3800.
What is SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's NPI number?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275584989, issued on 05/15/2006.
Does SARAH FOLSOM, PAC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's prescribing is 18% brand-name and 82% generic drugs by claim count, with $85K in brand drug costs.
How many Medical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 40,527 Medical Physician Assistant providers across 55 states in the US. The average Medical Physician Assistant provider writes 1,077 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SARAH FOLSOM, PAC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clopidogrel, Atorvastatin Calcium, Metoprolol Succinate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SARAH FOLSOM, PAC accept Medicare?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC appears in CMS Medicare data with 537 Part D claims and 171 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's credentials?
SARAH FOLSOM, PAC's NPI is 1275584989 with credentials PAC. 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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