Ellen J Halverson, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ellen J Halverson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Palmer, AK with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ellen J Halverson, M.D. has been part of the Palmer medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of North Dakota School of Medicine (class of 1987), she has been practicing for over 39 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.23/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2250 S Woodworth Loop Ste 202, Palmer, AK 99645-7457
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.23/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.9%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.1 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
225
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
213
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,759
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $486k
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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.
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 (+37%) — 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 (-13%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
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.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of North Dakota School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 24, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of North Dakota School of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
Po Box 31001-4162, Pasadena, CA 91110-4162
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 064030
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ellen J Halverson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellen J Halverson for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Palmer 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 J Halverson
NPI records show Dr. Halverson as active with telehealth listed in Palmer, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 921-5050.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ellen J Halverson
Practice Location
2250 S Woodworth Loop Ste 202, Palmer, AK 99645-7457
Mailing Address
Po Box 31001-4162, Pasadena, CA 91110-4162
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