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2026 NPPES data Legal Medicine NPI 1073640629 PSYCHIATRIST
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Legal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 1,065 in Legal Medicine, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 88 beneficiaries · Legal Medicine avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST filed 1,233 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Legal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee, prescribing 95% generic.
- 1K
- Part D claims, 2023
- 95%
- generic prescribing
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.
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
1,233 Top 22% higher than 78% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Legal Medicine
Medicare Part D claims
1,233 56% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Tennessee
How Legal Medicine compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Legal Medicine provider holding PSYCHIATRIST credentials at 109 HOLIDAY CT, Franklin, TN, 37067, with a listed phone of (615) 791-4208. NPI 1073640629 was issued on 02/28/2007.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,233 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 88 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $58K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% generic by claim count.
Legal Medicine is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,065 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 2,821 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1073640629 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Legal Medicine |
| Credentials | PSYCHIATRIST |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 02/28/2007 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST - brand share 5.0%
Legal Medicine average
5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 1,233 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.
1,233
Total Claims
$58K
Total Drug Cost
88
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 2,164
- Total Day Supply
- 63,740
- Brand vs Generic
- 5% brand / 95% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $26K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $32K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 66.3 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 0.76
- Gender Split
- 57% female / 43% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 18, 65-74: 56, 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 David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Clonazepam
Clonazepam
159 claims
- Alprazolam
Alprazolam
139 claims
- Lorazepam
Lorazepam
80 claims
- Duloxetine Hcl
Duloxetine Hcl
70 claims
- Trazodone Hcl
Trazodone Hcl
66 claims
- Dextroamphetamine-… 56
Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine
56 claims
- Zolpidem Tartrate 43
Zolpidem Tartrate
43 claims
- Bupropion Xl 42
Bupropion Xl
42 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Clonazepam | 159 |
| Alprazolam | 139 |
| Lorazepam | 80 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 70 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 66 |
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 56 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 43 |
| Bupropion Xl Bupropion Hcl | 42 |
| Lamotrigine | 37 |
| Diazepam | 36 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Legal Medicine Overview
How David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST fits within the Legal Medicine landscape nationally.
1,065
Legal Medicine Providers in US
51
States with Legal Medicine
2,821
Avg Claims per Provider
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's 1,233 claims are below the specialty average of 2,821.
Nearby Legal Medicine Providers in Tennessee
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Tennessee, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Burns.
Dr. Sonja Branam
DVM
Chattanooga, TN
Dr. Jonathan Brody
M.D.
Memphis, TN
Dr. Mark Calarco
DO, MBA
Franklin, TN
Dr. Sam Castellani
M.D.
Madison, TN
Dr. Robert Finelli
MD
Knoxville, TN
Compare Legal Medicine nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
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- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Tennessee medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's specialty? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST specializes in Legal Medicine and practices in Franklin, Tennessee. Credentials: PSYCHIATRIST.
How much does David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST wrote 1,233 Medicare Part D claims totaling $58K in drug costs for 88 beneficiaries.
Where is David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST located? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST is located at 109 HOLIDAY CT, Franklin, TN, 37067. Phone: (615) 791-4208.
What is David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's NPI number? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073640629, issued on 02/28/2007.
Does David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $26K in brand drug costs.
How many Legal Medicine providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 1,065 Legal Medicine providers across 51 states in the US. The average Legal Medicine provider writes 2,821 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clonazepam, Alprazolam, Lorazepam. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST accept Medicare? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,233 Part D claims and 88 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's credentials? ▼
David Burns, PSYCHIATRIST's NPI is 1073640629 with credentials PSYCHIATRIST. 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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.
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).
Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
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