Jerry Ross Tanner, D.O.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

Jerry Ross Tanner is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(907) 274-7847Anchorage, AK
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across AK can see Jerry Ross Tanner, D.O. in person in Anchorage or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med (class of 1991), he has been practicing for over 35 years. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, and more.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Alaska
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 6 Internal Medicine providers in AKSee all Internal Medicine in Anchorage35+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4926dNPPES updated 2012-11-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2841 Debarr Rd Ste 43, Anchorage, AK 99508-2967

Fax: (907) 274-7845
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

MIPS Score

2023

65.45/100

Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-18.1 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.01%

Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Alaska

1.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

60.6%

Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-22.2 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Prescription Recipients

187

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,387

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.20M

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.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.5k received from industry

20 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Jerry Ross Tanner's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1991

    University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med

  2. 35 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Taxonomy: 207RE0101X

Education & Training

University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med (Class of 1991)

Practice Footprint

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 070006

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Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Jerry Ross Tanner

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jerry Ross Tanner for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — 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 Jerry Ross Tanner

NPI records show Dr. Tanner as active with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 274-7847.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.

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