2026 NPPES data Gerontology Nurse Practitioner NPI 1558027524 NP
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SURAKSHA THAPA, NP

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in GOLDEN, Colorado. 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
158
Medicare Part D claims · 91 beneficiaries · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
83.1236/100
▲ 0 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: SURAKSHA THAPA, NP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner ([object Object]) practicing in GOLDEN, Colorado with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 158 claims across 91 beneficiaries — 16% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 83.1236/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: SURAKSHA THAPA, NP reported a CMS MIPS final score of 83.1236 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 158 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

SURAKSHA THAPA, NP at a glance

Near national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/12/2021

NPI 1558027524

Primary specialty

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

9,625 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

158 88% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,283

MIPS final score

83.1236/100 0.02360000000000184% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Colorado

How Gerontology Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Colorado providers

Colorado providers

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within Colorado

1. Gerontology Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within Colorado

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner national average

Near national average
MIPS Final Score
83.1236/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 83.1236/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%83.1%
MIPS final score (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 83.1236/100 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.

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SURAKSHA THAPA, NP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider practicing in GOLDEN, Colorado, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: NP. NPI: 1558027524. 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.

SURAKSHA THAPA, NP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider holding NP credentials at 5920 MCINTYRE ST, GOLDEN, CO, 80403, with a listed phone of (720) 434-4876. NPI 1558027524 was issued on 11/12/2021. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what THAPA 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 158 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 91 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $35K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 28.5%. 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 83.1236/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 82.7607, Cost 42.0172), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 9,625 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,283 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

5920 MCINTYRE ST
GOLDEN, CO 80403

Provider Details

NPI 1558027524
Specialty Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Credentials NP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 11/12/2021

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

83.1236
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
82.7607
Quality
42.0172
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where SURAKSHA THAPA, NP 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.

PHYSICIAN HOUSECALLS LLC
LAKEWOOD, CO

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

SURAKSHA THAPA, NP — brand share 16.0%
Specialty average (est.)

16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 158 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.

158
Total Claims
$35K
Total Drug Cost
91
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
172
Total Day Supply
2,918
Brand vs Generic
16% brand / 84% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$33K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K
Opioid Claims
45 (28.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
13

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.88
Gender Split
65% female / 35% 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
Oxycodone Hcl
14

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

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Overview

How SURAKSHA THAPA, NP fits within the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

9,625
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
1,283
Avg Claims per Provider

SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's 158 claims are below the specialty average of 1,283.

Nearby Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in Colorado

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

Compare Gerontology Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's specialty?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP specializes in Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and practices in GOLDEN, Colorado. Credentials: NP.
How much does SURAKSHA THAPA, NP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SURAKSHA THAPA, NP wrote 158 Medicare Part D claims totaling $35K in drug costs for 91 beneficiaries.
What is SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's Medicare quality score?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 83.1236/100 (Quality: 82.7607, Cost: 42.0172). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is SURAKSHA THAPA, NP located?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP is located at 5920 MCINTYRE ST, GOLDEN, CO, 80403. Phone: (720) 434-4876.
What is SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's NPI number?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558027524, issued on 11/12/2021.
Does SURAKSHA THAPA, NP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $33K in brand drug costs.
Does SURAKSHA THAPA, NP prescribe opioids?
Yes, SURAKSHA THAPA, NP had 45 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 28.5%.
How many Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 9,625 Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,283 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SURAKSHA THAPA, NP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxycodone Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SURAKSHA THAPA, NP accept Medicare?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP appears in CMS Medicare data with 158 Part D claims and 91 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's credentials?
SURAKSHA THAPA, NP's NPI is 1558027524 with credentials NP. 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.

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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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