Ian J Alexander, MD
Ian J Alexander is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Boerne, TX with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ian J Alexander, MD runs an independent otolaryngology specialist practice in Boerne, TX. He graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 2004 and has 22+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3947dNPPES updated 2015-08-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
34910 Interstate 10 W 3, Boerne, TX 78006-9229
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.71%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.6 pts)
9.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.1%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
148
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
235
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
855
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $35k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$119 received from industry
6 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 Ian J Alexander's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
22 years in practice
Experienced
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
1190 Spring Creek Pl E1, Springville, UT 84663-6002
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Ian J Alexander
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ian J Alexander for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boerne 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 Ian J Alexander
Dr. Alexander is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boerne, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 202-0250.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
34910 Interstate 10 W 3, Boerne, TX 78006-9229
Mailing Address
1190 Spring Creek Pl E1, Springville, UT 84663-6002
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