Kristy Handyside, APRN, WCC
Kristy Handyside is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Twin Falls, ID with over 7 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kristy Handyside, APRN, WCC practices as part of a group family nurse practitioner practice in Twin Falls, ID. She has been in practice for 7+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1525 Addison Ave E Ste A2, Twin Falls, ID 83301-5300
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.26%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.26% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
250
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,303
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $276k
Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.
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 (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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.
Board certified · Sep 24, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
7 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
10524 W Thompson Rd, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-7157
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Kristy Handyside
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kristy Handyside for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Twin Falls 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 Kristy Handyside
NPI records show Dr. Handyside as active with telehealth listed in Twin Falls, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (877) 223-8007.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kristy Handyside
Practice Location
1525 Addison Ave E Ste A2, Twin Falls, ID 83301-5300
Mailing Address
10524 W Thompson Rd, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-7157
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