2026 NPPES data Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1437563590 APRN-CNP
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JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in TULSA, Oklahoma. 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
4K
Medicare Part D claims · 273 beneficiaries · Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 927
Generic prescribing
98%
generic claims · 2% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
89.4019/100
▲ 6 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP reported a CMS MIPS final score of 89.4019/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 3,725 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

89.4019/100
MIPS score · +6 vs avg
4K
Part D claims, 2023
98%
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.

JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

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

89 Top 42% higher than 58% 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%). This entry sits in this band. 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

What does the federal data show about JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/17/2014

NPI 1437563590

Primary specialty

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

39,953 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,725 302% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 927

MIPS final score

89.4019/100 6.301900000000003% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Oklahoma

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

Oklahoma providers

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within Oklahoma

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
89.4019/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — 89.4019/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%89.4%
MIPS final score (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — 89.4019/100 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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JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding APRN-CNP credentials at 6655 S YALE AVE, TULSA, OK, 74136, with a listed phone of (918) 491-3700. NPI 1437563590 was issued on 06/17/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LASTER 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 3,725 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 273 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $241K in drug spend, split 2% brand-name and 98% 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 89.4019/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 76.2193, Cost 70.3454), 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

6655 S YALE AVE
TULSA, OK 74136

Provider Details

NPI 1437563590
Specialty Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials APRN-CNP
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/17/2014

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

89.4019
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
76.2193
Quality
70.3454
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP 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.

LAUREATE PSYCHIATRIC CLINIC AND HOSPITAL INC
TULSA, OK

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

JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP — brand share 2.0%
Specialty average (est.)

2% brand-name claims vs 98% generic, on 3,725 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.

3,725
Total Claims
$241K
Total Drug Cost
273
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
5,119
Total Day Supply
151,620
Brand vs Generic
2% brand / 98% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$127K
Generic Drug Cost
$114K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.53
Gender Split
65% female / 35% male
Age Distribution
<65: 74, 65-74: 123, 75-84: 64, 85+: 12

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP 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
Buspirone Hcl
318
Trazodone Hcl
310
Duloxetine Hcl
307
Mirtazapine
275
Quetiapine Fumarate
235
Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Hcl
234
Venlafaxine Hcl Er
Venlafaxine Hcl
198
Escitalopram Oxalate
157
Sertraline Hcl
151
Aripiprazole
116

* 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 JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP 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

JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's 3,725 claims are above the specialty average of 927.

Nearby Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in Oklahoma

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's specialty?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP specializes in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in TULSA, Oklahoma. Credentials: APRN-CNP.
How much does JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP wrote 3,725 Medicare Part D claims totaling $241K in drug costs for 273 beneficiaries.
What is JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's Medicare quality score?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.4019/100 (Quality: 76.2193, Cost: 70.3454). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP located?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP is located at 6655 S YALE AVE, TULSA, OK, 74136. Phone: (918) 491-3700.
What is JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's NPI number?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437563590, issued on 06/17/2014.
Does JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's prescribing is 2% brand-name and 98% generic drugs by claim count, with $127K 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 JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Buspirone Hcl, Trazodone Hcl, Duloxetine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP accept Medicare?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,725 Part D claims and 273 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's credentials?
JAMES LASTER, APRN-CNP's NPI is 1437563590 with credentials APRN-CNP. 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.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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