Nathan Russell Ayer, M.D., M.P.H.

Internal Medicine

(970) 203-7050Loveland, CO
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Nathan Russell Ayer, M.D., M.P.H. practices as part of a group internist practice in Loveland, CO. Trained at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (class of 2001), he has been practicing for over 25 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Colorado
  • Uses generic medications more than 70% of reporting doctors in Colorado
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 337 Internal Medicine providers in COSee all Internal Medicine in Loveland25+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3939dNPPES updated 2015-07-24 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave North Medical Office Building, Loveland, CO 80538-9004

Fax: (970) 203-7055
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.78%

Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)

2.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.5%

Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)

Better than 70% of reporting doctors in Colorado

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

Medicare Patients

489

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

771

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

9,678

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $990k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-14%)20%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

  2. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 390325

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Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nathan Russell Ayer

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Nathan Russell Ayer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Loveland 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 Nathan Russell Ayer

NPI records show Dr. Ayer as active with telehealth listed in Loveland, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 203-7050.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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