Sam J Chelmo, MD
Sam J Chelmo is a Family Medicine specialist based in Kodiak, AK with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AK can see Sam J Chelmo, MD in person in Kodiak or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 18 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% 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 scores better than 83% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
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 = better2.71%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
181
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
61
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
775
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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.
18 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Mailing address
4133 Cliffside Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615-7109
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 Sam J Chelmo for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Sam J Chelmo
NPI records show Dr. Chelmo as active with telehealth listed in Kodiak, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 942-5496.
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
3449 E Rezanof Dr, Kodiak, AK 99615-6952
Mailing Address
4133 Cliffside Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615-7109
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