Patsy Gerckens, P.A.
Patsy Gerckens is a Physician Assistant based in Shelton, CT with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 28 years in medical, Patsy Gerckens, P.A. is a long-established physician assistant in Shelton. Trained at Yale University School of Medicine (class of 1998), she has been practicing for over 28 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.56/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1795dNPPES updated 2021-06-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
110 Commerce Dr, Shelton, CT 06484-6244
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.56/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.51%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
5.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
126
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
418
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,612
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $254k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (+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 (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Yale School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 22, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
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
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
701 N Colony Rd Ste 101, Wallingford, CT 06492-2407
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450668
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Medical Care With Patsy Gerckens
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Patsy Gerckens for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shelton 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 Patsy Gerckens
NPI records show Dr. Gerckens as active with telehealth listed in Shelton, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 929-7331.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Patsy Gerckens
Practice Location
110 Commerce Dr, Shelton, CT 06484-6244
Mailing Address
701 N Colony Rd Ste 101, Wallingford, CT 06492-2407
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