Franklin E Ellenson, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Franklin E Ellenson is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SLEEP MEDICINE
With over 24 years in psychiatry & neurology, Franklin E Ellenson, MD is a long-established neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist in Anchorage. Trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Uses generic medications more than 80% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4575dNPPES updated 2013-11-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3841 Piper St Suite T-345, Anchorage, AK 99508-4624
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202372.45/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-11.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.9%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Alaska0.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.8%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 80% of reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
343
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
283
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,782
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $586k
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$707 received from industry
32 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Franklin E Ellenson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Wayne State University School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
1100 E Dimond Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99515-2010
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 064029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Franklin E Ellenson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Franklin E Ellenson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Franklin E Ellenson
Dr. Ellenson 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) 565-6000.
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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Contact Franklin E Ellenson
Practice Location
3841 Piper St Suite T-345, Anchorage, AK 99508-4624
Mailing Address
1100 E Dimond Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99515-2010
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