2026 NPPES data Gerontology Nurse Practitioner NPI 1417196379 MS, ACNP-BC
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LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in SIERRA VISTA, Arizona. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 97 beneficiaries · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
97.6403/100
▲ 15 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$236.33
8 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner ([object Object]) practicing in SIERRA VISTA, Arizona with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 97 beneficiaries — 12% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 97.6403/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $236.33 across 8 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC reported a CMS MIPS final score of 97.6403 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,176 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/16/2009

NPI 1417196379

Primary specialty

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

9,625 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,176 8% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,283

MIPS final score

97.6403/100 14.540300000000002% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Arizona

How Gerontology Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Arizona providers

Arizona providers

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within Arizona

1. Gerontology Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within Arizona

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
97.6403/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 97.6403/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%97.6%
MIPS final score (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 97.6403/100 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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LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider practicing in SIERRA VISTA, Arizona, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MS, ACNP-BC. NPI: 1417196379. 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.

LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider holding MS, ACNP-BC credentials at 599 E WILCOX DR, SIERRA VISTA, AZ, 85635, with a listed phone of (520) 459-4604. NPI 1417196379 was issued on 02/16/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what VINCENT 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 1,176 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 97 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $61K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.9%. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 97.6403/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 84.7722), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 9,625 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,283 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

599 E WILCOX DR
SIERRA VISTA, AZ 85635

Provider Details

NPI 1417196379
Specialty Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Credentials MS, ACNP-BC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 02/16/2009

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

97.6403
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
84.7722
Quality
98.6754
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-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.

LCS HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC
SIERRA VISTA, AZ
SOUTHWEST CANCER CARE LLC
SIERRA VISTA, AZ

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$236

Largest payer

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 1,176 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.

1,176
Total Claims
$61K
Total Drug Cost
97
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,312
Total Day Supply
34,053
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$36K
Generic Drug Cost
$24K
Opioid Claims
46 (3.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
50

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
81.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.22
Gender Split
71% female / 29% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Levothyroxine Sodium
49
Trazodone Hcl
47
Gabapentin
43
Atorvastatin Calcium
42
Furosemide
42
Quetiapine Fumarate
35
Escitalopram Oxalate
32
Amlodipine Besylate
30
Eliquis
Apixaban
30
Lisinopril
27

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

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Overview

How LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC fits within the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

9,625
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
1,283
Avg Claims per Provider

LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's 1,176 claims are below the specialty average of 1,283.

Nearby Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in Arizona

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

Compare Gerontology Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's specialty?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC specializes in Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and practices in SIERRA VISTA, Arizona. Credentials: MS, ACNP-BC.
How much does LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC wrote 1,176 Medicare Part D claims totaling $61K in drug costs for 97 beneficiaries.
What is LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's Medicare quality score?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 97.6403/100 (Quality: 84.7722). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC located?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC is located at 599 E WILCOX DR, SIERRA VISTA, AZ, 85635. Phone: (520) 459-4604.
What is LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's NPI number?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417196379, issued on 02/16/2009.
Does LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $36K in brand drug costs.
Does LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC prescribe opioids?
Yes, LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC had 46 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.9%.
How many Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 9,625 Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,283 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Trazodone Hcl, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC accept Medicare?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,176 Part D claims and 97 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's credentials?
LINDA VINCENT, MS, ACNP-BC's NPI is 1417196379 with credentials MS, ACNP-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.
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.

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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