2026 NPPES data Neurology Physician NPI 1508863051 M.D.
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THOMAS BANAS, M.D.

Neurology Physician in FORT WAYNE, Indiana. 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
140
Medicare Part D claims · 48 beneficiaries · Neurology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 11% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: THOMAS BANAS, M.D. is a Neurology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in FORT WAYNE, Indiana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 140 claims across 48 beneficiaries — 11% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: THOMAS BANAS, M.D. filed 140 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across FORT WAYNE, Indiana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

THOMAS BANAS, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

THOMAS BANAS, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/30/2005

NPI 1508863051

Primary specialty

Neurology Physician

Mid-sized

19,866 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

140 89% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,309

Specialty distribution in Indiana

How Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among Indiana providers

Indiana providers

Neurology Physician share within Indiana

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

THOMAS BANAS, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider practicing in FORT WAYNE, Indiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1508863051. 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.

THOMAS BANAS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 7956 WEST JEFFERSON BLVD, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46804, with a listed phone of (260) 436-2416. NPI 1508863051 was issued on 06/30/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BANAS 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 140 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 48 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $31K in drug spend, split 11% brand-name and 89% 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.

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

7956 WEST JEFFERSON BLVD
FORT WAYNE, IN 46804

Provider Details

NPI 1508863051
Specialty Neurology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/30/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where THOMAS BANAS, M.D. 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.

PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC
WABASH, IN

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

THOMAS BANAS, M.D. — brand share 11.0%
Specialty average (est.)

11% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 140 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.

140
Total Claims
$31K
Total Drug Cost
48
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
250
Total Day Supply
7,281
Brand vs Generic
11% brand / 89% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$13K
Generic Drug Cost
$17K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.39
Gender Split
56% female / 44% 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
Primidone
14

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

Neurology Physician Overview

How THOMAS BANAS, M.D. 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

THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s 140 claims are below the specialty average of 1,309.

Nearby Neurology Physician Providers in Indiana

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s specialty?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D. specializes in Neurology Physician and practices in FORT WAYNE, Indiana. Credentials: M.D..
How much does THOMAS BANAS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, THOMAS BANAS, M.D. wrote 140 Medicare Part D claims totaling $31K in drug costs for 48 beneficiaries.
Where is THOMAS BANAS, M.D. located?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D. is located at 7956 WEST JEFFERSON BLVD, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46804. Phone: (260) 436-2416.
What is THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s NPI number?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508863051, issued on 06/30/2005.
Does THOMAS BANAS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s prescribing is 11% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $13K 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 THOMAS BANAS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Primidone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does THOMAS BANAS, M.D. accept Medicare?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 140 Part D claims and 48 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s credentials?
THOMAS BANAS, M.D.'s NPI is 1508863051 with credentials M.D.. 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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