Alfred Lonser, M.D.
Alfred Lonser is an Anesthesiology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Alfred Lonser, M.D. has been part of the Anchorage medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Loma Linda University School of Medicine graduate since 1998, he brings 28+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 77.59/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 41% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4100 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 216, Anchorage, AK 99508-5230
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alaska, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202377.59/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better53.39%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+48.3 pts)
53.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.5%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
396
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
205
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,785
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $105k
Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
63 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Alfred Lonser's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Taxonomy: 207L00000X
Education & Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070004
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Anesthesiology Care With Alfred Lonser
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alfred Lonser for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Anchorage 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 Alfred Lonser
NPI records show Dr. Lonser as active with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 563-2873.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alfred Lonser
Practice Location
4100 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 216, Anchorage, AK 99508-5230
Mailing Address
4100 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 216, Anchorage, AK 99508-5230
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