2026 NPPES data Gerontology Nurse Practitioner NPI 1114157260 CRNP
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DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina. 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 200 beneficiaries · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner ([object Object]) practicing in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 200 beneficiaries — 12% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP filed 2,144 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/23/2009

NPI 1114157260

Primary specialty

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

9,625 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,144 67% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,283

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Gerontology Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within North Carolina

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 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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DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider practicing in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: CRNP. NPI: 1114157260. 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.

DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider holding CRNP credentials at 4692 BROWNSBORO RD, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27106, with a listed phone of (337) 991-9276. NPI 1114157260 was issued on 07/23/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BROWNLEE 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 2,144 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 200 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $134K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.6%. 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.

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 9,625 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,283 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

4692 BROWNSBORO RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106

Provider Details

NPI 1114157260
Specialty Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Credentials CRNP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/23/2009

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP 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.

CURANA HEALTH OF NORTH CAROLINA PLLC
WINSTON SALEM, NC
PHYSICIANS ELDERCARE PA
WINSTON SALEM, NC
SUBURBAN/NRH MEDICAL REHABILITATION INC
BETHESDA, MD

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 2,144 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.

2,144
Total Claims
$134K
Total Drug Cost
200
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,152
Total Day Supply
55,695
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$77K
Generic Drug Cost
$56K
Opioid Claims
78 (3.6% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
50

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
84.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.17
Gender Split
77% female / 23% male

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
138
Potassium Chloride
126
Losartan Potassium
103
Levothyroxine Sodium
100
Furosemide
95
Gabapentin
86
Amlodipine Besylate
82
Metoprolol Succinate
72
Eliquis
Apixaban
64
Mirtazapine
46

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

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Overview

How DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP fits within the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

9,625
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
1,283
Avg Claims per Provider

DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's 2,144 claims are above the specialty average of 1,283.

Nearby Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BROWNLEE.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's specialty?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP specializes in Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and practices in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina. Credentials: CRNP.
How much does DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP wrote 2,144 Medicare Part D claims totaling $134K in drug costs for 200 beneficiaries.
Where is DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP located?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP is located at 4692 BROWNSBORO RD, WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27106. Phone: (337) 991-9276.
What is DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's NPI number?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114157260, issued on 07/23/2009.
Does DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $77K in brand drug costs.
Does DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP prescribe opioids?
Yes, DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP had 78 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.6%.
How many Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 9,625 Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,283 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Potassium Chloride, Losartan Potassium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP accept Medicare?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,144 Part D claims and 200 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's credentials?
DARLENE BROWNLEE, CRNP's NPI is 1114157260 with credentials CRNP. 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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