Carey Tanabe, PA-C
Carey Tanabe is a Physician Assistant based in Meridian, ID with over 4 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carey Tanabe, PA-C has practiced medical for 4+ years, working in independent practice. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 83.32/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Federal MIPS score higher than 25% of MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1269dNPPES updated 2022-12-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Idaho State Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.32/100
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.65%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.6 pts)
5.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.1%
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IdahoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
266
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
461
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,238
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $129k
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.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Nov 30, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
4 years in practice
Early-career
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Carey Tanabe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carey Tanabe for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Meridian 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 Carey Tanabe
Dr. Tanabe is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Meridian, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (208) 706-5100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carey Tanabe
Practice Location
520 S Eagle Rd Ste 3102, Meridian, ID 83642-6352
Mailing Address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
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