2026 NPPES data Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1437825767 PMHNP-BC
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KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in RUSSELLVILLE, Kentucky. 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
206
Medicare Part D claims · 59 beneficiaries · Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 927
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 11% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC filed 206 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in RUSSELLVILLE, Kentucky, prescribing 89% generic.

206
Part D claims, 2023
89%
generic prescribing

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KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

206 49th percentile higher than 49% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/17/2021

NPI 1437825767

Primary specialty

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

39,953 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

206 78% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 927

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

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

Kentucky providers

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within Kentucky

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) — 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.

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).

KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding PMHNP-BC credentials at 252 N MAIN ST, RUSSELLVILLE, KY, 42276, with a listed phone of (270) 216-0864. NPI 1437825767 was issued on 08/17/2021. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BUCKNER 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 206 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 59 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $53K in drug spend, split 11% brand-name and 89% 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.

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

252 N MAIN ST
RUSSELLVILLE, KY 42276

Provider Details

NPI 1437825767
Specialty Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials PMHNP-BC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/17/2021

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC 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.

FOREFRONT TELECARE INC
OTTUMWA, IA
PSYCHIATRY OF TEXAS PLLC
DES MOINES, IA

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

KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC — brand share 11.0%
Specialty average (est.)

11% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 206 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.

206
Total Claims
$53K
Total Drug Cost
59
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
206
Total Day Supply
5,098
Brand vs Generic
11% brand / 89% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$48K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
48.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.25
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-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
Quetiapine Fumarate
15
Sertraline Hcl
15
Trazodone Hcl
14
Olanzapine
12
Benztropine Mesylate
11
Invega Sustenna
Paliperidone Palmitate
11

* 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 KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC 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

KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's 206 claims are below the specialty average of 927.

Nearby Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in Kentucky

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's specialty?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC specializes in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in RUSSELLVILLE, Kentucky. Credentials: PMHNP-BC.
How much does KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC wrote 206 Medicare Part D claims totaling $53K in drug costs for 59 beneficiaries.
Where is KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC located?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC is located at 252 N MAIN ST, RUSSELLVILLE, KY, 42276. Phone: (270) 216-0864.
What is KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's NPI number?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437825767, issued on 08/17/2021.
Does KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's prescribing is 11% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $48K 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 KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Quetiapine Fumarate, Sertraline Hcl, Trazodone Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC accept Medicare?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 206 Part D claims and 59 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's credentials?
KIMBERLY BUCKNER, PMHNP-BC's NPI is 1437825767 with credentials PMHNP-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.
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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