2026 NPPES data Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1528152956 PMH NP
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HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in PORTLAND, Maine. 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
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 334 beneficiaries · Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 927
Generic prescribing
96%
generic claims · 4% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
98.0699/100
▲ 15 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP reported a CMS MIPS final score of 98.0699/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 2,941 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

98.0699/100
MIPS score · +15 vs avg
3K
Part D claims, 2023
96%
generic prescribing

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HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

98 Top 11% higher than 89% 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 EMERSON, PMH NP?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/02/2006

NPI 1528152956

Primary specialty

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

39,953 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,941 217% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 927

MIPS final score

98.0699/100 14.96990000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within Maine

1. Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within Maine

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
98.0699/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — 98.0699/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%98.1%
MIPS final score (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — 98.0699/100 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 EMERSON, PMH NP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding PMH NP credentials at 131 CHADWICK STREET, PORTLAND, ME, 04102, with a listed phone of (207) 662-2221. NPI 1528152956 was issued on 10/02/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what EMERSON 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 2,941 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 334 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $230K in drug spend, split 4% brand-name and 96% 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 98.0699/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.1398), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 39,953 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 927 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

131 CHADWICK STREET
PORTLAND, ME 04102

Provider Details

NPI 1528152956
Specialty Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials PMH NP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 10/02/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

98.0699
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.1398
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP 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.

MAINEHEALTH
PORTLAND, ME

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 · Generic-heavy

HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP — brand share 4.0%
Specialty average (est.)

4% brand-name claims vs 96% generic, on 2,941 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.

2,941
Total Claims
$230K
Total Drug Cost
334
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
4,917
Total Day Supply
144,143
Brand vs Generic
4% brand / 96% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$131K
Generic Drug Cost
$98K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.62
Gender Split
67% female / 33% male
Age Distribution
<65: 24, 65-74: 155, 75-84: 133, 85+: 22

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What HEATHER EMERSON, PMH 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
Clonazepam
260
Lorazepam
229
Duloxetine Hcl
198
Mirtazapine
171
Sertraline Hcl
163
Buspirone Hcl
154
Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Hcl
143
Quetiapine Fumarate
143
Trazodone Hcl
128
Olanzapine
82

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

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Overview

How HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP fits within the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

39,953
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
927
Avg Claims per Provider

HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's 2,941 claims are above the specialty average of 927.

Nearby Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in Maine

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maine, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as EMERSON.

Compare Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's specialty?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP specializes in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in PORTLAND, Maine. Credentials: PMH NP.
How much does HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP wrote 2,941 Medicare Part D claims totaling $230K in drug costs for 334 beneficiaries.
What is HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's Medicare quality score?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 98.0699/100 (Quality: 86.1398). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP located?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP is located at 131 CHADWICK STREET, PORTLAND, ME, 04102. Phone: (207) 662-2221.
What is HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's NPI number?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528152956, issued on 10/02/2006.
Does HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's prescribing is 4% brand-name and 96% generic drugs by claim count, with $131K in brand drug costs.
How many Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 39,953 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider writes 927 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clonazepam, Lorazepam, Duloxetine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP accept Medicare?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,941 Part D claims and 334 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's credentials?
HEATHER EMERSON, PMH NP's NPI is 1528152956 with credentials PMH 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.
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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