2026 NPPES data Adult Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1679973804 APRN
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CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in ASHLAND, Kentucky. 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
6K
Medicare Part D claims · 2K beneficiaries · Adult Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
82.9435/100
▼ 0 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$522.39
44 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN reported a CMS MIPS final score of 82.9435/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 5,515 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

82.9435/100
MIPS score · 0 vs avg
6K
Part D claims, 2023
85%
generic prescribing
$522.39
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

83 39th percentile higher than 39% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). This entry sits in this band. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN?

Near national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/25/2014

NPI 1679973804

Primary specialty

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

29,492 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

5,515 359% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,201

MIPS final score

82.9435/100 0.1564999999999941% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Adult Health Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner share within Kentucky

1. Adult Health Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner share within Kentucky

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner national average

Near national average
MIPS Final Score
82.9435/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Adult Health Nurse Practitioner) — 82.9435/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%82.9%
MIPS final score (Adult Health Nurse Practitioner) — 82.9435/100 vs national avg 83.1

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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CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding APRN credentials at 613 23RD ST STE 230, ASHLAND, KY, 41101, with a listed phone of (606) 324-4745. NPI 1679973804 was issued on 08/25/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what PARSONS 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 5,515 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 1,719 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $915K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% generic by claim count. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 82.9435/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 70.0105, Cost 65.5754), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 29,492 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,201 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

613 23RD ST STE 230
ASHLAND, KY 41101

Provider Details

NPI 1679973804
Specialty Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials APRN
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/25/2014

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

82.9435
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
70.0105
Quality
65.5754
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

KINGS DAUGHTERS MEDICAL SPECIALTIES INC
ASHLAND, KY

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$522

Largest payer

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 5,515 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.

5,515
Total Claims
$915K
Total Drug Cost
1,719
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
12,844
Total Day Supply
383,382
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$798K
Generic Drug Cost
$117K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.64
Gender Split
47% female / 53% male
Age Distribution
<65: 234, 65-74: 715, 75-84: 568, 85+: 202

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Metoprolol Succinate
377
Eliquis
Apixaban
362
Atorvastatin Calcium
354
Metoprolol Tartrate
336
Carvedilol
322
Furosemide
293
Amlodipine Besylate
268
Lisinopril
262
Isosorbide Mononitrate Er
Isosorbide Mononitrate
209
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
193

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

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Overview

How CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN fits within the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

29,492
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
55
States with Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
1,201
Avg Claims per Provider

CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's 5,515 claims are above the specialty average of 1,201.

Nearby Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in Kentucky

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

Compare Adult Health Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's specialty?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN specializes in Adult Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in ASHLAND, Kentucky. Credentials: APRN.
How much does CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN wrote 5,515 Medicare Part D claims totaling $915K in drug costs for 1,719 beneficiaries.
What is CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's Medicare quality score?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 82.9435/100 (Quality: 70.0105, Cost: 65.5754). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN located?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN is located at 613 23RD ST STE 230, ASHLAND, KY, 41101. Phone: (606) 324-4745.
What is CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's NPI number?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679973804, issued on 08/25/2014.
Does CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $798K in brand drug costs.
How many Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 29,492 Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers across 55 states in the US. The average Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,201 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's most frequently prescribed drugs include Metoprolol Succinate, Eliquis, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN accept Medicare?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN appears in CMS Medicare data with 5,515 Part D claims and 1,719 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's credentials?
CHRISTINA PARSONS, APRN's NPI is 1679973804 with credentials APRN. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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