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LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C

Physician Assistant in PRINCE FREDERICK, Maryland. 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
665
Medicare Part D claims · 207 beneficiaries · Physician Assistant avg: 790
Generic prescribing
91%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C filed 665 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Physician Assistant in PRINCE FREDERICK, Maryland, prescribing 91% generic.

665
Part D claims, 2023
91%
generic prescribing

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LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

665 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 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 LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/28/2016

NPI 1154864916

Primary specialty

Physician Assistant

High-volume

149,975 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

665 16% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 790

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Physician Assistant share within Maryland

1. Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Physician Assistant share within Maryland

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Physician Assistant (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — 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).

LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider practicing in PRINCE FREDERICK, Maryland, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1154864916. 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.

LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 985 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD., PRINCE FREDERICK, MD, 20678, with a listed phone of (410) 535-2005. NPI 1154864916 was issued on 11/28/2016. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BRENDEL 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 665 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 207 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $53K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 91% 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.

Physician Assistant is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 149,975 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 790 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

985 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD.
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678

Provider Details

NPI 1154864916
Specialty Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 11/28/2016

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C 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.

CALVERT INTERNAL MEDICINE GROUP, PA
DUNKIRK, MD

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

LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C — brand share 9.0%
Specialty average (est.)

9% brand-name claims vs 91% generic, on 665 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.

665
Total Claims
$53K
Total Drug Cost
207
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,162
Total Day Supply
29,178
Brand vs Generic
9% brand / 91% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$40K
Generic Drug Cost
$12K
Antibiotic Claims
100

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.18
Gender Split
64% female / 36% male
Age Distribution
<65: 22, 65-74: 93, 75-84: 69, 85+: 23

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Lisinopril
31
Azithromycin
24
Atorvastatin Calcium
23
Methylprednisolone
22
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass
Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav
20
Hydrocortisone
20
Rosuvastatin Calcium
19
Betamethasone Dipropionate
17
Prednisone
16
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
14

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

Physician Assistant Overview

How LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C fits within the Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

149,975
Physician Assistant Providers in US
56
States with Physician Assistant
790
Avg Claims per Provider

LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's 665 claims are below the specialty average of 790.

Nearby Physician Assistant Providers in Maryland

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

Compare Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's specialty?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C specializes in Physician Assistant and practices in PRINCE FREDERICK, Maryland. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C wrote 665 Medicare Part D claims totaling $53K in drug costs for 207 beneficiaries.
Where is LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C located?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C is located at 985 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD., PRINCE FREDERICK, MD, 20678. Phone: (410) 535-2005.
What is LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's NPI number?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154864916, issued on 11/28/2016.
Does LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 91% generic drugs by claim count, with $40K in brand drug costs.
How many Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 149,975 Physician Assistant providers across 56 states in the US. The average Physician Assistant provider writes 790 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Lisinopril, Azithromycin, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C accept Medicare?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 665 Part D claims and 207 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's credentials?
LAUREN BRENDEL, PA-C's NPI is 1154864916 with credentials PA-C. 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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