Leah Ann Besh, PA-C
Leah Ann Besh is a Physician Assistant based in Anchorage, AK with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Leah Ann Besh, PA-C has practiced medical for 11+ years, working in group practice. She has been in practice for 11+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, tobacco, and substance use (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 54% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- 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 Alaska.
MIPS Score
202387.09/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better43.3%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-39.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
41
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
19
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
291
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $599k
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, Tobacco Use Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-36%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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.
11 years in practice
Established
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070005
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Medical Care With Leah Ann Besh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leah Ann Besh for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, substance use counseling — 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 Leah Ann Besh
Dr. Besh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 743-7200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
4951 Business Park Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503-7174
Mailing Address
4951 Business Park Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503-7174
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