Kent J Mercer, PA
Kent J Mercer is a Physician Assistant based in Corvallis, OR with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kent J Mercer, PA has practiced medical for 27+ years, working in group practice. With 27+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Corvallis area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Federal MIPS score higher than 54% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Oregon, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.57/100
Oregon avg: 89.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in OregonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.44%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.3 pts)
7.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.8%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in OregonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
690
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
497
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $13k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ 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 (-13%) — less common here
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.
27 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
444 Nw Elks Dr, Corvallis, OR 97330-3745
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Kent J Mercer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kent J Mercer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Corvallis 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 Kent J Mercer
NPI records show Dr. Mercer as active with telehealth listed in Corvallis, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (541) 754-1150.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kent J Mercer
Practice Location
3680 Nw Samaritan Dr, Corvallis, OR 97330-3737
Mailing Address
444 Nw Elks Dr, Corvallis, OR 97330-3745
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