Harrison Emory Guy Burman, M.D.
Harrison Emory Guy Burman is a Surgery specialist based in Ketchikan, AK with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 30 years in surgery, Harrison Emory Guy Burman, M.D. is a long-established surgery specialist in Ketchikan. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.62/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2472dNPPES updated 2019-08-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3100 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alaska.
MIPS Score
202378.62/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better50.88%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+45.8 pts)
50.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
215
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
48
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
57
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
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 (-10%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$16.0k received from industry
25 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Harrison Emory Guy Burman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
University of Illinois College of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
1115 Se 164th Ave Dept 358, Vancouver, WA 98683-8004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Harrison Emory Guy Burman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Harrison Emory Guy Burman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ketchikan 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 Harrison Emory Guy Burman
NPI records show Dr. Burman as active with telehealth listed in Ketchikan, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 225-7346.
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
3100 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901
Mailing Address
1115 Se 164th Ave Dept 358, Vancouver, WA 98683-8004
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