Nicholas Shane Kesling, PA-C
Nicholas Shane Kesling is a Physician Assistant based in Kodiak, AK with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nicholas Shane Kesling, PA-C has been part of the Kodiak medical community since 2019 in group practice. With 6+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Kodiak area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2017dNPPES updated 2020-11-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.63/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.59%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
5.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better78.6%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
95
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
50
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
304
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $114k
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-26%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · Nov 11, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
6 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
Mailing address
1211 E Rezanof Dr, Kodiak, AK 99615-6422
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070007
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nicholas Shane Kesling for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Kodiak 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 Nicholas Shane Kesling
Dr. Kesling is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kodiak, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 486-9800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nicholas Shane Kesling
Practice Location
3449 E Rezanof Dr, Kodiak, AK 99615-6952
Mailing Address
1211 E Rezanof Dr, Kodiak, AK 99615-6422
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