Gerald Alston, MD
NPI 1578650388 · Family Medicine Physician · Arcata, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Alston, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Arcata, CA (NPI 1578650388).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578650388
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G84779 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
161 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 92 | $10 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 37 | $3 |
| Urinalysis Using Microscope81015 | 21 | $3 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Tracing93005 | 11 | $7 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $3–$10 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 98 | 39 |
| Lisinopril | 71 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 69 | 16 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 63 | 17 |
| Omeprazole | 38 | 11 |
| Gabapentin | 37 | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-05
- Last updated
- 2016-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Alston's NPI number?
- Gerald Alston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578650388, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Alston's specialty?
- Gerald Alston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Alston located?
- Gerald Alston's practice location on file with NPPES is 785 18th Street, Arcata, CA 95521.
- What is Gerald Alston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Alston is (707) 822-2481.
- Does Gerald Alston accept Medicare?
- Gerald Alston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Alston's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Alston's NPI (1578650388) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.