2026 NPPES data Oncology Registered Nurse NPI 1316505670 RN, BSN, OCN, FNP
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MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP

Oncology Registered Nurse in KANSAS CITY, Missouri. 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
362
Medicare Part D claims · 144 beneficiaries · Oncology Registered Nurse avg: 555
Generic prescribing
80%
generic claims · 20% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
91.8902/100
▲ 9 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$305.07
6 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP is a Oncology Registered Nurse ([object Object]) practicing in KANSAS CITY, Missouri with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 362 claims across 144 beneficiaries — 20% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.8902/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $305.07 across 6 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP reported a CMS MIPS final score of 91.8902 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 362 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/03/2019

NPI 1316505670

Primary specialty

Oncology Registered Nurse

Niche

857 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

362 35% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 555

MIPS final score

91.8902/100 8.790199999999999% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Oncology Registered Nurse compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Oncology Registered Nurse share within Missouri

1. Oncology Registered Nurse42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Oncology Registered Nurse share within Missouri

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Oncology Registered Nurse national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
91.8902/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Oncology Registered Nurse) — 91.8902/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%91.9%
MIPS final score (Oncology Registered Nurse) — 91.8902/100 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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MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP is a Oncology Registered Nurse provider practicing in KANSAS CITY, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: RN, BSN, OCN, FNP. NPI: 1316505670. 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 GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Oncology Registered Nurse provider holding RN, BSN, OCN, FNP credentials at 8700 N GREEN HILLS RD, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64154, with a listed phone of (913) 574-3520. NPI 1316505670 was issued on 06/03/2019. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GUSTAFSON 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 362 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 144 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $923K in drug spend, split 20% brand-name and 80% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 91.8902/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 75.1734), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Oncology Registered Nurse is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 857 enrolled providers across 50 states and an average of 555 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

8700 N GREEN HILLS RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154

Provider Details

NPI 1316505670
Specialty Oncology Registered Nurse
Credentials RN, BSN, OCN, FNP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/03/2019

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

91.8902
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
75.1734
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP 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.

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
KANSAS CITY, MO

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 MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$305

Largest payer

Genentech, Inc.

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

MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP — brand share 20.0%
Specialty average (est.)

20% brand-name claims vs 80% generic, on 362 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.

362
Total Claims
$923K
Total Drug Cost
144
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
450
Total Day Supply
10,263
Brand vs Generic
20% brand / 80% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$787K
Generic Drug Cost
$136K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.08
Gender Split
59% female / 41% 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
Ondansetron Hcl
37
Hydroxyurea
33
Dexamethasone
31
Prochlorperazine Maleate
28
Imatinib Mesylate
24
Ondansetron Odt
Ondansetron
21
Lidocaine-Prilocaine
Lidocaine/Prilocaine
20
Prednisone
18
Zejula
Niraparib Tosylate
14
Jakafi
Ruxolitinib Phosphate
11

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

Oncology Registered Nurse Overview

How MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP fits within the Oncology Registered Nurse landscape nationally.

857
Oncology Registered Nurse Providers in US
50
States with Oncology Registered Nurse
555
Avg Claims per Provider

MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's 362 claims are below the specialty average of 555.

Nearby Oncology Registered Nurse Providers in Missouri

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

Compare Oncology Registered Nurse nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's specialty?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP specializes in Oncology Registered Nurse and practices in KANSAS CITY, Missouri. Credentials: RN, BSN, OCN, FNP.
How much does MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP wrote 362 Medicare Part D claims totaling $923K in drug costs for 144 beneficiaries.
What is MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's Medicare quality score?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.8902/100 (Quality: 75.1734). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP located?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP is located at 8700 N GREEN HILLS RD, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64154. Phone: (913) 574-3520.
What is MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's NPI number?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316505670, issued on 06/03/2019.
Does MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's prescribing is 20% brand-name and 80% generic drugs by claim count, with $787K in brand drug costs.
How many Oncology Registered Nurse providers are there in the US?
There are 857 Oncology Registered Nurse providers across 50 states in the US. The average Oncology Registered Nurse provider writes 555 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ondansetron Hcl, Hydroxyurea, Dexamethasone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP accept Medicare?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 362 Part D claims and 144 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's credentials?
MELISSA GUSTAFSON, RN, BSN, OCN, FNP's NPI is 1316505670 with credentials RN, BSN, OCN, FNP. 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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