Ellen H. Chirichella, MD
Ellen H. Chirichella is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ellen H. Chirichella, MD has been part of the Anchorage medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (class of 2002), she has been practicing for over 24 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3851 Piper St. U340, Anchorage, AK 99508-4627
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202391.63/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.51%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
544
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
125
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
518
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.32M
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 Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+42%) — 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$332 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Ellen H. Chirichella's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
24 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (Class of 2002)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 064029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Ellen H. Chirichella
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellen H. Chirichella for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, 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 Ellen H. Chirichella
Dr. Chirichella is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 562-0321.
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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Practice Location
3851 Piper St. U340, Anchorage, AK 99508-4627
Mailing Address
3851 Piper St. U340, Anchorage, AK 99508-4627
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