2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1053939686 PHARMD
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CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD

Pharmacist in GERMANTOWN, Maryland. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
7K
Medicare Part D claims · 2K beneficiaries · Pharmacist avg: 135
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD is a Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in GERMANTOWN, Maryland with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 7K claims across 2K beneficiaries — 13% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD filed 6,615 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across GERMANTOWN, Maryland. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/09/2020

NPI 1053939686

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

6,615 4800% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 135

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Pharmacist compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Pharmacist share within Maryland

1. Pharmacist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pharmacist share within Maryland

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pharmacist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Pharmacist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD is a Pharmacist provider practicing in GERMANTOWN, Maryland, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PHARMD. NPI: 1053939686. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider holding PHARMD credentials at 18920 MOONWALK CT, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20874, with a listed phone of (808) 989-0959. NPI 1053939686 was issued on 07/09/2020. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ANDERSON most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 6,615 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 1,689 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $750K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 5.3%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Pharmacist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 290,447 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 135 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

18920 MOONWALK CT
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874

Provider Details

NPI 1053939686
Specialty Pharmacist
Credentials PHARMD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/09/2020

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 6,615 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

6,615
Total Claims
$750K
Total Drug Cost
1,689
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
12,171
Total Day Supply
356,772
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$608K
Generic Drug Cost
$140K
Opioid Claims
349 (5.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
28

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.10
Gender Split
55% female / 45% male
Age Distribution
<65: 252, 65-74: 742, 75-84: 539, 85+: 156

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
333
Lisinopril
263
Levothyroxine Sodium
234
Losartan Potassium
203
Gabapentin
182
Omeprazole
174
Amlodipine Besylate
155
Metformin Hcl
144
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
143
Hydrochlorothiazide
132

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Pharmacist Overview

How CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

290,447
Pharmacist Providers in US
56
States with Pharmacist
135
Avg Claims per Provider

CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's 6,615 claims are above the specialty average of 135.

Nearby Pharmacist Providers in Maryland

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maryland, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as ANDERSON.

Compare Pharmacist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's specialty?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD specializes in Pharmacist and practices in GERMANTOWN, Maryland. Credentials: PHARMD.
How much does CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD wrote 6,615 Medicare Part D claims totaling $750K in drug costs for 1,689 beneficiaries.
Where is CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD located?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD is located at 18920 MOONWALK CT, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20874. Phone: (808) 989-0959.
What is CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's NPI number?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053939686, issued on 07/09/2020.
Does CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $608K in brand drug costs.
Does CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD prescribe opioids?
Yes, CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD had 349 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 5.3%.
How many Pharmacist providers are there in the US?
There are 290,447 Pharmacist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Pharmacist provider writes 135 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Lisinopril, Levothyroxine Sodium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD accept Medicare?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 6,615 Part D claims and 1,689 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's credentials?
CANDACE ANDERSON, PHARMD's NPI is 1053939686 with credentials PHARMD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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