Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruth Tainter, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Ellsworth, ME
- NPI 1134438625
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.0 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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34 Downeast Highway
Ellsworth, ME 046053339
(207) 667-2288
fax (207) 667-6888
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maine #AP101055
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134438625. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
483
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$5,279
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 123 | 86 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 78 | 67 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 63 | 56 | $13 | |
85027 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | 46 | 40 | $6 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 37 | 27 | $16 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 23 | 22 | $8 | |
82044 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis | 21 | 18 | $6 | |
85014 |
Red blood cell concentration measurement | 20 | 19 | $2 | |
85018 |
Blood count, hemoglobin | 20 | 19 | $2 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 16 | 14 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Ellsworth Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 44. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$352
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $255.00 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $73.76 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $23.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,670
Patients
482
Total drug cost
$28,864
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 203 | 45 | $2,780 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 200 | 55 | $1,744 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 169 | 43 | $2,474 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 128 | 34 | $2,575 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 110 | 33 | $476 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 108 | 40 | $4,508 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 100 | 34 | $2,326 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 99 | 29 | $1,266 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 93 | 29 | $2,814 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 84 | 32 | $2,171 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Tainter's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Tainter practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Ellsworth, ME.
Where does Dr. Ruth Tainter practice?
Dr. Ruth Tainter practices at 34 Downeast Highway, Ellsworth, ME 046053339. Office phone: 2076672288.
What is Dr. Ruth Tainter's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Tainter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134438625, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Tainter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruth Tainter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Tainter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053); Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) (HCPCS 80061). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.