Brendan A Mielke, MD

Nephrology Internal Medicine

Brendan A Mielke is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Coeur D Alene, ID with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(208) 625-6100Coeur D Alene, ID
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Brendan a Mielke, MD has practiced internal medicine for 34+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.91/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in Idaho
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 9 Internal Medicine providers in IDSee all Internal Medicine in Coeur D Alene34+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 304dNPPES updated 2025-07-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Idaho State Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 375, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-4401

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Idaho, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

MIPS Score

2023

94.91/100

Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.39%

Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Idaho

0.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

490

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

401

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

3,831

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $453k

Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+17%)51%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+20%)42%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+16%)38%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1992

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

  2. Board certified · Jul 23, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Education & Training

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 1992)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 3649, Spokane, WA 99220-3649

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Brendan a Mielke

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Brendan a Mielke for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Coeur D Alene 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 Brendan a Mielke

NPI records show Dr. Mielke as active with telehealth listed in Coeur D Alene, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (208) 625-6100.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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