2026 NPPES data Neurology Physician NPI 1619497161 MD
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SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD

Neurology Physician in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin. 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
189
Medicare Part D claims · 85 beneficiaries · Neurology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
99.9529/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 99.9529/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 189 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

99.9529/100
MIPS score · +17 vs avg
189
Part D claims, 2023
88%
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.

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

100 Top 9% higher than 91% 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%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. 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)

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/26/2017

NPI 1619497161

Primary specialty

Neurology Physician

Mid-sized

19,866 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

189 86% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,309

MIPS final score

99.9529/100 16.852900000000005% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Neurology Physician share within Wisconsin

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Neurology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
99.9529/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 99.9529/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 99.9529/100 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).

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 800 WEST AVE S, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601, with a listed phone of (608) 785-0940. NPI 1619497161 was issued on 06/26/2017. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what THAKOLWIBOON 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 189 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 85 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $155K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% 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 99.9529/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 92.8969), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Neurology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 19,866 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,309 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

800 WEST AVE S
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

Provider Details

NPI 1619497161
Specialty Neurology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/26/2017

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

99.9529
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
92.8969
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, 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.

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-SOUTHWEST WISCONSIN REGION INC
LA CROSSE, WI

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

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 189 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.

189
Total Claims
$155K
Total Drug Cost
85
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
294
Total Day Supply
8,279
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$131K
Generic Drug Cost
$25K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.64
Gender Split
65% female / 35% male
Age Distribution
<65: 26, 65-74: 38, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Gabapentin
18
Dalfampridine Er
Dalfampridine
11
Topiramate
11

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

Neurology Physician Overview

How SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD fits within the Neurology Physician landscape nationally.

19,866
Neurology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Neurology Physician
1,309
Avg Claims per Provider

SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's 189 claims are below the specialty average of 1,309.

Nearby Neurology Physician Providers in Wisconsin

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's specialty?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD specializes in Neurology Physician and practices in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin. Credentials: MD.
How much does SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD wrote 189 Medicare Part D claims totaling $155K in drug costs for 85 beneficiaries.
What is SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's Medicare quality score?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 99.9529/100 (Quality: 92.8969). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD located?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD is located at 800 WEST AVE S, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601. Phone: (608) 785-0940.
What is SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's NPI number?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619497161, issued on 06/26/2017.
Does SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $131K in brand drug costs.
How many Neurology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 19,866 Neurology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Neurology Physician provider writes 1,309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Gabapentin, Dalfampridine Er, Topiramate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD accept Medicare?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 189 Part D claims and 85 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's credentials?
SMATHORN THAKOLWIBOON, MD's NPI is 1619497161 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.
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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