Alexander Urquhart, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Alexander Urquhart is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Edwards, CO with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY, HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Patients across CO can see Alexander Urquhart, MD in person in Edwards or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas graduate since 1997, he brings 29+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1650dNPPES updated 2021-11-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202362.63/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-21 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.84%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better71.2%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-11.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
346
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
97
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
365
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $638k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$84 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Alexander Urquhart's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Board certified · Nov 14, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
Po Box 876, Aurora, CO 80040-0876
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 391308
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Medical Oncology Care With Alexander Urquhart
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander Urquhart for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Edwards required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexander Urquhart
Dr. Urquhart is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Edwards, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 476-2451.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
322 Beard Creek Rd, Edwards, CO 81632-6433
Mailing Address
Po Box 876, Aurora, CO 80040-0876
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