2026 NPPES data Neurology Physician NPI 1699711945 MD
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DAVID STICKLER, MD

Neurology Physician in NORTH CHARLESTON, South 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 243 beneficiaries · Neurology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
86%
generic claims · 14% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
12.5/100
▼ 71 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

DAVID STICKLER, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 12.5/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 1,324 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

12.5/100
MIPS score · -71 vs avg
1K
Part D claims, 2023
86%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

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 STICKLER, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

13 2nd percentile higher than 2% of 477,587 scored providers

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

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

DAVID STICKLER, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about DAVID STICKLER, MD?

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/22/2006

NPI 1699711945

Primary specialty

Neurology Physician

Mid-sized

19,866 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,324 1% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,309

MIPS final score

12.5/100 70.6% pts

Penalty band band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Neurology Physician share within South Carolina

1. Neurology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Neurology Physician share within South Carolina

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

DAVID STICKLER, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Neurology Physician national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
12.5/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 12.5/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%12.5%
MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 12.5/100 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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

DAVID STICKLER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 2695 ELMS PLANTATION BLVD, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29406, with a listed phone of (843) 818-1181. NPI 1699711945 was issued on 06/22/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what STICKLER 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 1,324 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 243 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $774K in drug spend, split 14% brand-name and 86% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.0%. 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 12.5/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 25), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Neurology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 19,866 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,309 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

2695 ELMS PLANTATION BLVD
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406

Provider Details

NPI 1699711945
Specialty Neurology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/22/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

12.5
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
25
Quality

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DAVID STICKLER, MD 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.

PAIN SPECIALISTS OF CHARLESTON
COLUMBIA, SC

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

DAVID STICKLER, MD — brand share 14.0%
Specialty average (est.)

14% brand-name claims vs 86% generic, on 1,324 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.

1,324
Total Claims
$774K
Total Drug Cost
243
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,952
Total Day Supply
57,545
Brand vs Generic
14% brand / 86% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$697K
Generic Drug Cost
$77K
Opioid Claims
13 (1.0% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.54
Gender Split
61% female / 39% male
Age Distribution
<65: 53, 65-74: 96, 75-84: 73, 85+: 21

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What DAVID STICKLER, MD 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
Donepezil Hcl
77
Prednisone
76
Gabapentin
68
Levetiracetam
60
Primidone
57
Carbidopa-Levodopa
Carbidopa/Levodopa
47
Memantine Hcl
44
Pyridostigmine Bromide
44
Pregabalin
41
Gammagard Liquid
Immun Glob G(Igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50
39

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

Neurology Physician Overview

How DAVID STICKLER, MD fits within the Neurology Physician landscape nationally.

19,866
Neurology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Neurology Physician
1,309
Avg Claims per Provider

DAVID STICKLER, MD's 1,324 claims are above the specialty average of 1,309.

Nearby Neurology Physician Providers in South Carolina

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

Compare Neurology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID STICKLER, MD's specialty?
DAVID STICKLER, MD specializes in Neurology Physician and practices in NORTH CHARLESTON, South Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does DAVID STICKLER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID STICKLER, MD wrote 1,324 Medicare Part D claims totaling $774K in drug costs for 243 beneficiaries.
What is DAVID STICKLER, MD's Medicare quality score?
DAVID STICKLER, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 12.5/100 (Quality: 25). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is DAVID STICKLER, MD located?
DAVID STICKLER, MD is located at 2695 ELMS PLANTATION BLVD, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29406. Phone: (843) 818-1181.
What is DAVID STICKLER, MD's NPI number?
DAVID STICKLER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699711945, issued on 06/22/2006.
Does DAVID STICKLER, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID STICKLER, MD's prescribing is 14% brand-name and 86% generic drugs by claim count, with $697K in brand drug costs.
Does DAVID STICKLER, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, DAVID STICKLER, MD had 13 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.0%.
How many Neurology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 19,866 Neurology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Neurology Physician provider writes 1,309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DAVID STICKLER, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID STICKLER, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Donepezil Hcl, Prednisone, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID STICKLER, MD accept Medicare?
DAVID STICKLER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,324 Part D claims and 243 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID STICKLER, MD's credentials?
DAVID STICKLER, MD's NPI is 1699711945 with credentials MD. 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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