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CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C

Nurse Practitioner in LOUISVILLE, 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
4K
Medicare Part D claims · 395 beneficiaries · Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
87.5327/100
▲ 4 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$34.21
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 87.5327/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 3,736 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

87.5327/100
MIPS score · +4 vs avg
4K
Part D claims, 2023
95%
generic prescribing
$34.21
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.

CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

88 Top 46% higher than 54% 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 CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/13/2020

NPI 1972121283

Primary specialty

Nurse Practitioner

High-volume

87,227 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,736 245% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,084

MIPS final score

87.5327/100 4.432700000000011% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Nurse Practitioner share within Kentucky

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Nurse Practitioner national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
87.5327/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Nurse Practitioner) — 87.5327/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%87.5%
MIPS final score (Nurse Practitioner) — 87.5327/100 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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CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nurse Practitioner provider holding APRN, NP-C credentials at 4130 DUTCHMANS LN STE 300, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40207, with a listed phone of (502) 897-1794. NPI 1972121283 was issued on 07/13/2020. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what PIRCHER 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 3,736 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 395 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $236K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 54.7%. 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 87.5327/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 80.5859, Cost 68.0815), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Nurse Practitioner is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 87,227 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,084 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

4130 DUTCHMANS LN STE 300
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Provider Details

NPI 1972121283
Specialty Nurse Practitioner
Credentials APRN, NP-C
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/13/2020

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

87.5327
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
80.5859
Quality
68.0815
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C 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.

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP INC
NEW ALBANY, IN
COMMONWEALTH PAIN ASSOCIATES PLLC
LOUISVILLE, 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 CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$34

Largest payer

Boston Scientific 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 · Generic-heavy

CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C — brand share 5.0%
Specialty average (est.)

5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 3,736 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.

3,736
Total Claims
$236K
Total Drug Cost
395
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,774
Total Day Supply
109,418
Brand vs Generic
5% brand / 95% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$94K
Generic Drug Cost
$143K
Opioid Claims
2,043 (54.7% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
65.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.67
Gender Split
67% female / 33% male
Age Distribution
<65: 166, 65-74: 160, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C 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
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
1,089
Gabapentin
647
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen
Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen
537
Pregabalin
188
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl
160
Tizanidine Hcl
141
Oxycodone Hcl
134
Baclofen
93
Morphine Sulfate Er
Morphine Sulfate
92
Lidocaine
79

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

Nurse Practitioner Overview

How CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C fits within the Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

87,227
Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
56
States with Nurse Practitioner
1,084
Avg Claims per Provider

CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's 3,736 claims are above the specialty average of 1,084.

Nearby Nurse Practitioner Providers in Kentucky

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's specialty?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C specializes in Nurse Practitioner and practices in LOUISVILLE, Kentucky. Credentials: APRN, NP-C.
How much does CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C wrote 3,736 Medicare Part D claims totaling $236K in drug costs for 395 beneficiaries.
What is CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's Medicare quality score?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 87.5327/100 (Quality: 80.5859, Cost: 68.0815). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C located?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C is located at 4130 DUTCHMANS LN STE 300, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40207. Phone: (502) 897-1794.
What is CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's NPI number?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972121283, issued on 07/13/2020.
Does CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $94K in brand drug costs.
Does CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C had 2,043 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 54.7%.
How many Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 87,227 Nurse Practitioner providers across 56 states in the US. The average Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,084 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Gabapentin, Oxycodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C accept Medicare?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,736 Part D claims and 395 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's credentials?
CHRISTOPHER PIRCHER, APRN, NP-C's NPI is 1972121283 with credentials APRN, NP-C. 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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