2026 NPPES data Adult Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1841523479 ANP-BC
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HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in CHARLOTTE, 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
220
Medicare Part D claims · 73 beneficiaries · Adult Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
91.8831/100
▲ 9 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$231.22
9 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC reported a CMS MIPS final score of 91.8831/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 220 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

91.8831/100
MIPS score · +9 vs avg
220
Part D claims, 2023
90%
generic prescribing
$231.22
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.

HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

92 Top 37% higher than 63% 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%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. 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 HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/15/2009

NPI 1841523479

Primary specialty

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

29,492 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

220 82% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,201

MIPS final score

91.8831/100 8.783100000000005% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Adult Health Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner share within North Carolina

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
91.8831/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Adult Health Nurse Practitioner) — 91.8831/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%91.9%
MIPS final score (Adult Health Nurse Practitioner) — 91.8831/100 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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HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding ANP-BC credentials at 411 BILLINGSLEY RD STE 103, CHARLOTTE, NC, 28211, with a listed phone of (704) 577-3186. NPI 1841523479 was issued on 09/15/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BRAUCHER 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 220 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 73 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $67K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count. 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 91.8831/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 92.1138, Cost 83.4586), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 29,492 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,201 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

411 BILLINGSLEY RD STE 103
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211

Provider Details

NPI 1841523479
Specialty Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials ANP-BC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 09/15/2009

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

91.8831
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
92.1138
Quality
83.4586
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

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 HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$231

Largest payer

MDD US Operations, LLC

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 · Typical

HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 220 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.

220
Total Claims
$67K
Total Drug Cost
73
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
377
Total Day Supply
11,012
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$57K
Generic Drug Cost
$10K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
78.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.47
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC 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
Sertraline Hcl
25
Escitalopram Oxalate
24
Donepezil Hcl
18
Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Hcl
15
Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide
Olmesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide
13
Rivastigmine
11

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

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Overview

How HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC fits within the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

29,492
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
55
States with Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
1,201
Avg Claims per Provider

HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's 220 claims are below the specialty average of 1,201.

Nearby Adult Health 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 BRAUCHER.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's specialty?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC specializes in Adult Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina. Credentials: ANP-BC.
How much does HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC wrote 220 Medicare Part D claims totaling $67K in drug costs for 73 beneficiaries.
What is HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's Medicare quality score?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.8831/100 (Quality: 92.1138, Cost: 83.4586). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC located?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC is located at 411 BILLINGSLEY RD STE 103, CHARLOTTE, NC, 28211. Phone: (704) 577-3186.
What is HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's NPI number?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841523479, issued on 09/15/2009.
Does HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $57K in brand drug costs.
How many Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 29,492 Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers across 55 states in the US. The average Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,201 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Sertraline Hcl, Escitalopram Oxalate, Donepezil Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC accept Medicare?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 220 Part D claims and 73 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's credentials?
HEATHER BRAUCHER, ANP-BC's NPI is 1841523479 with credentials ANP-BC. 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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