2026 NPPES data Surgical Physician Assistant NPI 1982677803 PAC
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THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC

Surgical Physician Assistant in DOTHAN, Alabama. 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
385
Medicare Part D claims · 83 beneficiaries · Surgical Physician Assistant avg: 316
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
97.5814/100
▲ 14 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC is a Surgical Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in DOTHAN, Alabama with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 385 claims across 83 beneficiaries — 10% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 97.5814/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC reported a CMS MIPS final score of 97.5814 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 385 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/10/2006

NPI 1982677803

Primary specialty

Surgical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

16,119 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

385 22% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 316

MIPS final score

97.5814/100 14.481400000000008% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Surgical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Surgical Physician Assistant share within Alabama

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Surgical Physician Assistant national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
97.5814/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Surgical Physician Assistant) — 97.5814/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%97.6%
MIPS final score (Surgical Physician Assistant) — 97.5814/100 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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THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider practicing in DOTHAN, Alabama, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PAC. NPI: 1982677803. 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 GAULDIN, PAC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Surgical Physician Assistant provider holding PAC credentials at 4300 W MAIN ST STE 21, DOTHAN, AL, 36305, with a listed phone of (334) 699-7900. NPI 1982677803 was issued on 02/10/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GAULDIN 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 385 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 83 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 16.6%. 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 97.5814/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.5348), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Surgical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 16,119 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 316 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

4300 W MAIN ST STE 21
DOTHAN, AL 36305

Provider Details

NPI 1982677803
Specialty Surgical Physician Assistant
Credentials PAC
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/10/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

97.5814
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.5348
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where THOMAS GAULDIN, 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.

HOUSTON COUNTY HEALTHCARE AUTHORITY
DOTHAN, AL
WIREGRASS CLINIC LLC
DOTHAN, AL

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 GAULDIN, PAC — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 385 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.

385
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
83
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
413
Total Day Supply
8,341
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$9K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K
Opioid Claims
64 (16.6% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
15

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.35
Gender Split
28% female / 72% 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
Metoprolol Tartrate
46
Oxycodone Hcl
46
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
34
Furosemide
30
Famotidine
28
Nitroglycerin Patch
Nitroglycerin
25
Nitroglycerin
23
Potassium Chloride
23
Atorvastatin Calcium
21
Eliquis
Apixaban
12

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

Surgical Physician Assistant Overview

How THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC fits within the Surgical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

16,119
Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in US
54
States with Surgical Physician Assistant
316
Avg Claims per Provider

THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's 385 claims are above the specialty average of 316.

Nearby Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in Alabama

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's specialty?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC specializes in Surgical Physician Assistant and practices in DOTHAN, Alabama. Credentials: PAC.
How much does THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC wrote 385 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 83 beneficiaries.
What is THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's Medicare quality score?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 97.5814/100 (Quality: 86.5348). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC located?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC is located at 4300 W MAIN ST STE 21, DOTHAN, AL, 36305. Phone: (334) 699-7900.
What is THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's NPI number?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982677803, issued on 02/10/2006.
Does THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $9K in brand drug costs.
Does THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC prescribe opioids?
Yes, THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC had 64 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 16.6%.
How many Surgical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 16,119 Surgical Physician Assistant providers across 54 states in the US. The average Surgical Physician Assistant provider writes 316 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Metoprolol Tartrate, Oxycodone Hcl, Clopidogrel. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC accept Medicare?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC appears in CMS Medicare data with 385 Part D claims and 83 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's credentials?
THOMAS GAULDIN, PAC's NPI is 1982677803 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.
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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