Derek Scott Gasper, D.O
Derek Scott Gasper is a Family Medicine specialist based in Valparaiso, IN with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across IN can see Derek Scott Gasper, D.O in person in Valparaiso or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.96/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 44% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Uses generic medications more than 61% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2081dNPPES updated 2020-09-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Indiana Medical Licensing Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1101 Glendale Blvd Ste 102a, Valparaiso, IN 46383-3767
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Indiana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202387.96/100
Indiana avg: 80.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IndianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.59%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Indiana1.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
862
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,196
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
20,211
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.82M
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Derek Scott Gasper's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med
Board certified · Sep 9, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
1101 Glendale Blvd Suite 103, Valparaiso, IN 46383-3767
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Derek Scott Gasper
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Derek Scott Gasper for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Valparaiso 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 Derek Scott Gasper
Dr. Gasper is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Valparaiso, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (219) 464-9521.
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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Contact Derek Scott Gasper
Practice Location
1101 Glendale Blvd Ste 102a, Valparaiso, IN 46383-3767
Mailing Address
1101 Glendale Blvd Suite 103, Valparaiso, IN 46383-3767
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