2026 NPPES data Registered Nurse NPI 1851021661 APRN
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KATHERINE BARNES, APRN

Registered Nurse in COLUMBIA, 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
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 221 beneficiaries · Registered Nurse avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KATHERINE BARNES, APRN is a Registered Nurse ([object Object]) practicing in COLUMBIA, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 3K claims across 221 beneficiaries — 10% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: KATHERINE BARNES, APRN filed 2,801 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across COLUMBIA, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KATHERINE BARNES, APRN at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/14/2022

NPI 1851021661

Primary specialty

Registered Nurse

High-volume

175,652 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,801 180% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,000

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Registered Nurse compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Registered Nurse share within South Carolina

1. Registered Nurse42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Registered Nurse share within South Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Registered Nurse (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Registered Nurse ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Registered Nurse) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Registered Nurse) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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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KATHERINE BARNES, APRN is a Registered Nurse provider practicing in COLUMBIA, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: APRN. NPI: 1851021661. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

KATHERINE BARNES, APRN appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Registered Nurse provider holding APRN credentials at 111 DOCTOR CIR, COLUMBIA, SC, 29203, with a listed phone of (800) 491-0909. NPI 1851021661 was issued on 06/14/2022. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BARNES 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 2,801 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 221 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $257K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.9%. 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.

Registered Nurse is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 175,652 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,000 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

111 DOCTOR CIR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203

Provider Details

NPI 1851021661
Specialty Registered Nurse
Credentials APRN
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/14/2022

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KATHERINE BARNES, APRN 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.

CH SPECIALTY SERVICES SC LLC
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC
CURANA HEALTH OF SOUTH CAROLINA PC
SUMMERVILLE, 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

KATHERINE BARNES, APRN — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 2,801 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.

2,801
Total Claims
$257K
Total Drug Cost
221
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
4,719
Total Day Supply
134,192
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$206K
Generic Drug Cost
$49K
Opioid Claims
80 (2.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
100

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.05
Gender Split
66% female / 34% male
Age Distribution
<65: 62, 65-74: 61, 75-84: 60, 85+: 38

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
161
Levothyroxine Sodium
89
Gabapentin
83
Escitalopram Oxalate
70
Amlodipine Besylate
69
Tamsulosin Hcl
64
Omeprazole
60
Quetiapine Fumarate
59
Alprazolam
58
Duloxetine Hcl
57

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

Registered Nurse Overview

How KATHERINE BARNES, APRN fits within the Registered Nurse landscape nationally.

175,652
Registered Nurse Providers in US
56
States with Registered Nurse
1,000
Avg Claims per Provider

KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's 2,801 claims are above the specialty average of 1,000.

Nearby Registered Nurse Providers in South Carolina

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's specialty?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN specializes in Registered Nurse and practices in COLUMBIA, South Carolina. Credentials: APRN.
How much does KATHERINE BARNES, APRN prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KATHERINE BARNES, APRN wrote 2,801 Medicare Part D claims totaling $257K in drug costs for 221 beneficiaries.
Where is KATHERINE BARNES, APRN located?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN is located at 111 DOCTOR CIR, COLUMBIA, SC, 29203. Phone: (800) 491-0909.
What is KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's NPI number?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851021661, issued on 06/14/2022.
Does KATHERINE BARNES, APRN prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $206K in brand drug costs.
Does KATHERINE BARNES, APRN prescribe opioids?
Yes, KATHERINE BARNES, APRN had 80 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.9%.
How many Registered Nurse providers are there in the US?
There are 175,652 Registered Nurse providers across 56 states in the US. The average Registered Nurse provider writes 1,000 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KATHERINE BARNES, APRN prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Levothyroxine Sodium, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KATHERINE BARNES, APRN accept Medicare?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,801 Part D claims and 221 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's credentials?
KATHERINE BARNES, APRN's NPI is 1851021661 with credentials APRN. 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.

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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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