2026 NPPES data Otolaryngology Physician NPI 1801182613 MD
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STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD

Otolaryngology Physician in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. 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
394
Medicare Part D claims · 180 beneficiaries · Otolaryngology Physician avg: 509
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
91.4268/100
▲ 8 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 91.4268/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 394 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

91.4268/100
MIPS score · +8 vs avg
394
Part D claims, 2023
95%
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.

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

91 Top 37% higher than 63% 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)

STEPHANIE CONTAG, 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 STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2011

NPI 1801182613

Primary specialty

Otolaryngology Physician

Mid-sized

10,895 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

394 23% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 509

MIPS final score

91.4268/100 8.326800000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Otolaryngology Physician compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Otolaryngology Physician share within Minnesota

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Otolaryngology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
91.4268/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Otolaryngology Physician) — 91.4268/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%91.4%
MIPS final score (Otolaryngology Physician) — 91.4268/100 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).

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider practicing in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1801182613. 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.

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Otolaryngology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 715 S 8TH ST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55404, with a listed phone of (612) 873-6963. NPI 1801182613 was issued on 06/21/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CONTAG 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 394 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 180 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $15K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 5.6%. 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 91.4268/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 78.7821, Cost 62.8019), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Otolaryngology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,895 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 509 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

715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404

Provider Details

NPI 1801182613
Specialty Otolaryngology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/21/2011

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

91.4268
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
78.7821
Quality
62.8019
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where STEPHANIE CONTAG, 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.

HENNEPIN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM INC
MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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 · Generic-heavy

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD — brand share 5.0%
Specialty average (est.)

5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 394 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.

394
Total Claims
$15K
Total Drug Cost
180
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
501
Total Day Supply
11,399
Brand vs Generic
5% brand / 95% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$6K
Generic Drug Cost
$9K
Opioid Claims
22 (5.6% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
23

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.05
Gender Split
58% female / 42% 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
Ipratropium Bromide
82
Fluticasone Propionate
59
Azelastine Hcl
36
Omeprazole
35
Mupirocin
21
Prednisone
21
Oxycodone Hcl
19
Ofloxacin
13
Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone
Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth
12

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

Otolaryngology Physician Overview

How STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD fits within the Otolaryngology Physician landscape nationally.

10,895
Otolaryngology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Otolaryngology Physician
509
Avg Claims per Provider

STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's 394 claims are below the specialty average of 509.

Nearby Otolaryngology Physician Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's specialty?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD specializes in Otolaryngology Physician and practices in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Credentials: MD.
How much does STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD wrote 394 Medicare Part D claims totaling $15K in drug costs for 180 beneficiaries.
What is STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's Medicare quality score?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.4268/100 (Quality: 78.7821, Cost: 62.8019). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD located?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD is located at 715 S 8TH ST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55404. Phone: (612) 873-6963.
What is STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's NPI number?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801182613, issued on 06/21/2011.
Does STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $6K in brand drug costs.
Does STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD had 22 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 5.6%.
How many Otolaryngology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,895 Otolaryngology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Otolaryngology Physician provider writes 509 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ipratropium Bromide, Fluticasone Propionate, Azelastine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD accept Medicare?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 394 Part D claims and 180 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's credentials?
STEPHANIE CONTAG, MD's NPI is 1801182613 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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