2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1508163973 RPH
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MARLA BARGER, RPH

Pharmacist in BEAUFORT, 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
105
Medicare Part D claims · 93 beneficiaries · Pharmacist avg: 135
Generic prescribing
9%
generic claims · 91% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MARLA BARGER, RPH is a Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in BEAUFORT, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 105 claims across 93 beneficiaries — 91% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MARLA BARGER, RPH filed 105 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BEAUFORT, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MARLA BARGER, RPH at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/22/2011

NPI 1508163973

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

105 22% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 135

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Pharmacist compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Pharmacist share within South Carolina

1. Pharmacist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pharmacist share within South Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

MARLA BARGER, RPH is a Pharmacist provider practicing in BEAUFORT, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: RPH. NPI: 1508163973. 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.

MARLA BARGER, RPH appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider holding RPH credentials at 155 SEA ISLAND PKWY, BEAUFORT, SC, 29907, with a listed phone of (843) 522-6819. NPI 1508163973 was issued on 02/22/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BARGER 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 105 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 93 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $24K in drug spend, split 91% brand-name and 9% 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.

Pharmacist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 290,447 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 135 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

155 SEA ISLAND PKWY
BEAUFORT, SC 29907

Provider Details

NPI 1508163973
Specialty Pharmacist
Credentials RPH
Gender Female
NPI Issued 02/22/2011

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

MARLA BARGER, RPH — brand share 91.0%
Specialty average (est.)

91% brand-name claims vs 9% generic, on 105 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.

105
Total Claims
$24K
Total Drug Cost
93
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
113
Total Day Supply
606
Brand vs Generic
91% brand / 9% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$24K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.29
Gender Split
61% female / 39% 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
Shingrix
Varicella-Zoster Ge/As01b/Pf
41
Abrysvo
"Rsv Vacc
N/A

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

Pharmacist Overview

How MARLA BARGER, RPH fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

290,447
Pharmacist Providers in US
56
States with Pharmacist
135
Avg Claims per Provider

MARLA BARGER, RPH's 105 claims are below the specialty average of 135.

Nearby Pharmacist Providers in South Carolina

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

Compare Pharmacist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MARLA BARGER, RPH's specialty?
MARLA BARGER, RPH specializes in Pharmacist and practices in BEAUFORT, South Carolina. Credentials: RPH.
How much does MARLA BARGER, RPH prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MARLA BARGER, RPH wrote 105 Medicare Part D claims totaling $24K in drug costs for 93 beneficiaries.
Where is MARLA BARGER, RPH located?
MARLA BARGER, RPH is located at 155 SEA ISLAND PKWY, BEAUFORT, SC, 29907. Phone: (843) 522-6819.
What is MARLA BARGER, RPH's NPI number?
MARLA BARGER, RPH's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508163973, issued on 02/22/2011.
Does MARLA BARGER, RPH prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MARLA BARGER, RPH's prescribing is 91% brand-name and 9% generic drugs by claim count, with $24K in brand drug costs.
How many Pharmacist providers are there in the US?
There are 290,447 Pharmacist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Pharmacist provider writes 135 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MARLA BARGER, RPH prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MARLA BARGER, RPH's most frequently prescribed drugs include Shingrix, Abrysvo. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MARLA BARGER, RPH accept Medicare?
MARLA BARGER, RPH appears in CMS Medicare data with 105 Part D claims and 93 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MARLA BARGER, RPH's credentials?
MARLA BARGER, RPH's NPI is 1508163973 with credentials RPH. 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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