2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1831791300 PHARMD
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MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD

Pharmacist in WATERLOO, Iowa. 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
29
Medicare Part D claims · 23 beneficiaries · Pharmacist avg: 135
Generic prescribing
0%
generic claims · 100% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD is a Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in WATERLOO, Iowa with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 29 claims across 23 beneficiaries — 100% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD filed 29 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WATERLOO, Iowa. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/10/2020

NPI 1831791300

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

29 79% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 135

Specialty distribution in Iowa

How Pharmacist compares to other specialties among Iowa providers

Iowa providers

Pharmacist share within Iowa

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

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.

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MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD is a Pharmacist provider practicing in WATERLOO, Iowa, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PHARMD. NPI: 1831791300. 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.

MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider holding PHARMD credentials at 111 W RIDGEWAY AVE, WATERLOO, IA, 50701, with a listed phone of (319) 433-0490. NPI 1831791300 was issued on 11/10/2020. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ALBRECHT 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 29 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 23 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $7K in drug spend, split 100% brand-name and 0% 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

111 W RIDGEWAY AVE
WATERLOO, IA 50701

Provider Details

NPI 1831791300
Specialty Pharmacist
Credentials PHARMD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 11/10/2020

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD — brand share 100.0%
Specialty average (est.)

100% brand-name claims vs 0% generic, on 29 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.

29
Total Claims
$7K
Total Drug Cost
23
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
29
Total Day Supply
29
Brand vs Generic
100% brand / 0% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$0

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.94

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
24

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

Pharmacist Overview

How MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

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

MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's 29 claims are below the specialty average of 135.

Nearby Pharmacist Providers in Iowa

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's specialty?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD specializes in Pharmacist and practices in WATERLOO, Iowa. Credentials: PHARMD.
How much does MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD wrote 29 Medicare Part D claims totaling $7K in drug costs for 23 beneficiaries.
Where is MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD located?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD is located at 111 W RIDGEWAY AVE, WATERLOO, IA, 50701. Phone: (319) 433-0490.
What is MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's NPI number?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831791300, issued on 11/10/2020.
Does MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's prescribing is 100% brand-name and 0% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K 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 MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Shingrix. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD accept Medicare?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 29 Part D claims and 23 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's credentials?
MELISSA ALBRECHT, PHARMD's NPI is 1831791300 with credentials PHARMD. 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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