2026 NPPES data Nurse Practitioner NPI 1225048556 NP
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David Culp, NP

Nurse Practitioner in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 87,227 in Nurse Practitioner, 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 79 beneficiaries · Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
86%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.

What the federal data shows

David Culp, NP filed 1,830 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Nurse Practitioner in Carlsbad, New Mexico, prescribing 86% generic.

2K
Part D claims, 2023
86%
generic prescribing

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David Culp, NP's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally

1,830 Top 17% higher than 83% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Below this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). This entry sits in this band. 2K+: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about David Culp, NP?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/09/2006

NPI 1225048556

Primary specialty

Nurse Practitioner

High-volume

87,227 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,830 69% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,084

Specialty distribution in New Mexico

How Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among New Mexico providers

New Mexico providers

Largest specialties in New Mexico (% of in-state providers)

Behavior Technician - 9.5%Behavior Technician9.5%Case Manager/Care Coordinator - 6.3%Case Manager/Care Coordinator6.3%Mental Health Counselor - 5.1%Mental Health Counselor5.1%Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program - 3.9%Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program3.9%Counselor - 3.8%Counselor3.8%Clinical Social Worker - 3.8%Clinical Social Worker3.8%Nurse Practitioner - 0.8%Nurse Practitioner0.8%
Largest specialties in New Mexico (% of in-state providers)

Board certification

Not published by CMS

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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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David Culp, NP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nurse Practitioner provider holding NP credentials at 608 N CANYON ST, Carlsbad, NM, 88220, with a listed phone of (575) 234-1644. NPI 1225048556 was issued on 08/09/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what Culp 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 1,830 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 79 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $352K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 86% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 27.9%. 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.

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

608 N CANYON ST
Carlsbad, NM 88220

Provider Details

NPI 1225048556
Specialty Nurse Practitioner
Credentials NP
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/09/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

David Culp, NP - brand share 13.0%
Nurse Practitioner average

13% brand-name claims vs 86% generic, on 1,830 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.

1,830
Total Claims
$352K
Total Drug Cost
79
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,082
Total Day Supply
89,109
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 86% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$301K
Generic Drug Cost
$50K
Opioid Claims
511 (27.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
50

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
66.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.16
Gender Split
48% female / 52% male
Age Distribution
<65: 26, 65-74: 36, 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 Culp, NP 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
Oxycodone Hcl
217
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
128
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
77
Morphine Sulfate Er
Morphine Sulfate
71
Lisinopril
63
Levothyroxine Sodium
60
Oxycontin
Oxycodone Hcl
47
Gabapentin
37
Atorvastatin Calcium
28
Metoprolol Succinate
28

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

Nurse Practitioner Overview

How David Culp, NP 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

David Culp, NP's 1,830 claims are above the specialty average of 1,084.

Nearby Nurse Practitioner Providers in New Mexico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Mexico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Culp.

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

Before you book an appointment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is David Culp, NP's specialty?
David Culp, NP specializes in Nurse Practitioner and practices in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Credentials: NP.
How much does David Culp, NP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, David Culp, NP wrote 1,830 Medicare Part D claims totaling $352K in drug costs for 79 beneficiaries.
Where is David Culp, NP located?
David Culp, NP is located at 608 N CANYON ST, Carlsbad, NM, 88220. Phone: (575) 234-1644.
What is David Culp, NP's NPI number?
David Culp, NP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225048556, issued on 08/09/2006.
Does David Culp, NP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
David Culp, NP's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 86% generic drugs by claim count, with $301K in brand drug costs.
Does David Culp, NP prescribe opioids?
Yes, David Culp, NP had 511 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 27.9%.
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 David Culp, NP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, David Culp, NP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxycodone Hcl, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Albuterol Sulfate Hfa. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does David Culp, NP accept Medicare?
David Culp, NP appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,830 Part D claims and 79 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify David Culp, NP's credentials?
David Culp, NP's NPI is 1225048556 with credentials NP. 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.

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.