Maria Elena Barriga, ANP-C
Maria Elena Barriga is a Nurse Practitioner based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AZ can see Maria Elena Barriga, ANP-C in person in Scottsdale or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 17+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Scottsdale area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1623dNPPES updated 2022-02-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7534 E 2nd St Suite 102, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4548
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.67%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
7.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
44
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
212
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,646
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $218k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · Feb 2, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Mailing address
7534 E 2nd St Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4548
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Maria Elena Barriga
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Maria Elena Barriga for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Scottsdale 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 Maria Elena Barriga
NPI records show Dr. Barriga as active with telehealth listed in Scottsdale, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 607-3800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Maria Elena Barriga
Practice Location
7534 E 2nd St Suite 102, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4548
Mailing Address
7534 E 2nd St Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4548
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