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2026 NPPES data Clinical Nurse Specialist NPI 1851389951 PCNS BC
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Clinical Nurse Specialist in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 1,708 in Clinical Nurse Specialist, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
132
Medicare Part D claims · 15 beneficiaries · Clinical Nurse Specialist avg: 953
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC filed 132 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
- 132
- Part D claims, 2023
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Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
132 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Medicare Part D claims
132 86% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Rhode Island
How Clinical Nurse Specialist compares to other specialties among Rhode Island providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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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Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Clinical Nurse Specialist provider holding PCNS BC credentials at 38 REYNOLDS ST, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, with a listed phone of (401) 374-1419. NPI 1851389951 was issued on 10/12/2005.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 132 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 15 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $2K in drug spend.
Clinical Nurse Specialist is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,708 enrolled providers across 49 states and an average of 953 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1851389951 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Clinical Nurse Specialist |
| Credentials | PCNS BC |
| Gender | Female |
| NPI Issued | 10/12/2005 |
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
132
Total Claims
$2K
Total Drug Cost
15
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 233
- Total Day Supply
- 6,974
- Brand Drug Cost
- $0
- Generic Drug Cost
- $2K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 70.2 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 0.73
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Clonazepam
Clonazepam
25 claims
- Alprazolam
Alprazolam
24 claims
- Dextroamphetamine-…
Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine
18 claims
- Lorazepam
Lorazepam
14 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Clonazepam | 25 |
| Alprazolam | 24 |
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 18 |
| Lorazepam | 14 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Overview
How Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC fits within the Clinical Nurse Specialist landscape nationally.
1,708
Clinical Nurse Specialist Providers in US
49
States with Clinical Nurse Specialist
953
Avg Claims per Provider
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's 132 claims are below the specialty average of 953.
Nearby Clinical Nurse Specialist Providers in Rhode Island
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Rhode Island, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Eddleston.
Dr. Ann Back Price
CNS
Providence, RI
Dr. Stacy Brady
CNS
Providence, RI
Dr. Carrollyn Grace
APRN PCNS
Providence, RI
Dr. Vanessa Hampson
APRN-CNS
Providence, RI
Dr. Sally Harrison
CNS
Providence, RI
Compare Clinical Nurse Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.
- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Rhode Island medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
- Weigh a second option: compare this provider with a nearby Clinical Nurse Specialist peer on Medicare volume and prescribing patterns. Compare providers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's specialty? ▼
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC specializes in Clinical Nurse Specialist and practices in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Credentials: PCNS BC.
How much does Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC wrote 132 Medicare Part D claims totaling $2K in drug costs for 15 beneficiaries.
Where is Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC located? ▼
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC is located at 38 REYNOLDS ST, North Kingstown, RI, 02852. Phone: (401) 374-1419.
What is Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's NPI number? ▼
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851389951, issued on 10/12/2005.
How many Clinical Nurse Specialist providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 1,708 Clinical Nurse Specialist providers across 49 states in the US. The average Clinical Nurse Specialist provider writes 953 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clonazepam, Alprazolam, Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC accept Medicare? ▼
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 132 Part D claims and 15 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's credentials? ▼
Linda Eddleston, PCNS BC's NPI is 1851389951 with credentials PCNS 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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).
Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.