Samuel S. Adams, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Samuel S. Adams is an Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine specialist based in Soldotna, AK with over 7 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Samuel S. Adams, M.D. has been part of the Soldotna medical community since 2013 in group practice. Trained at West Virginia University School of Medicine (class of 2019), he has been practicing for over 7 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 815dNPPES updated 2024-02-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
240 Hospital Pl Ste 104, Soldotna, AK 99669-7559
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better48.69%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+43.6 pts)
48.69% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
390
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
96
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
267
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.9k received from industry
34 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Samuel S. Adams's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2019
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 27, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
7 years in practice
Established
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Taxonomy: 207XS0117X
Education & Training
West Virginia University School of Medicine (Class of 2019)
Mailing address
3765 E. Blue Lupine Dr. Suite D, Wasilla, AK 99654
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070006
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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 Samuel S. Adams for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Soldotna 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 Samuel S. Adams
NPI records show Dr. Adams as active with telehealth listed in Soldotna, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 714-5770.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Samuel S. Adams
Practice Location
240 Hospital Pl Ste 104, Soldotna, AK 99669-7559
Mailing Address
3765 E. Blue Lupine Dr. Suite D, Wasilla, AK 99654
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