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MERLIN FRANCIS, NP

Registered Nurse in PRINCETON, Maine. 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 57 beneficiaries · Registered Nurse avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
76%
generic claims · 24% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MERLIN FRANCIS, NP is a Registered Nurse ([object Object]) practicing in PRINCETON, Maine with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 57 beneficiaries — 24% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MERLIN FRANCIS, NP filed 1,524 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across PRINCETON, Maine. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MERLIN FRANCIS, NP at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/06/2016

NPI 1831548437

Primary specialty

Registered Nurse

High-volume

175,652 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,524 52% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,000

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Registered Nurse compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Registered Nurse share within Maine

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Registered Nurse) — 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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MERLIN FRANCIS, NP is a Registered Nurse provider practicing in PRINCETON, Maine, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: NP. NPI: 1831548437. 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.

MERLIN FRANCIS, NP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Registered Nurse provider holding NP credentials at 401 PETER DANA POINT ROAD, PRINCETON, ME, 04668, with a listed phone of (207) 796-2322. NPI 1831548437 was issued on 06/06/2016. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FRANCIS 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 1,524 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 57 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $259K in drug spend, split 24% brand-name and 76% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.4%. 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.

Registered Nurse is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 175,652 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,000 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

401 PETER DANA POINT ROAD
PRINCETON, ME 04668

Provider Details

NPI 1831548437
Specialty Registered Nurse
Credentials NP
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/06/2016

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MERLIN FRANCIS, NP 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.

INDIAN TOWNSHIP TRIBAL GOVERNMENT
INDIAN TWP, ME
PASSAMAQUODDY TRIBAL COUNCIL
PLEASANT POINT, ME

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

MERLIN FRANCIS, NP — brand share 24.0%
Specialty average (est.)

24% brand-name claims vs 76% generic, on 1,524 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.

1,524
Total Claims
$259K
Total Drug Cost
57
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,191
Total Day Supply
61,339
Brand vs Generic
24% brand / 76% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$231K
Generic Drug Cost
$26K
Opioid Claims
67 (4.4% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
28

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.52
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male
Age Distribution
<65: 19, 65-74: 22, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Gabapentin
125
Atorvastatin Calcium
93
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
55
Levothyroxine Sodium
55
Pantoprazole Sodium
44
Buprenorphine-Naloxone
Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl
40
Ibuprofen
37
Lisinopril
37
Amlodipine Besylate
33
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl
33

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

Registered Nurse Overview

How MERLIN FRANCIS, NP fits within the Registered Nurse landscape nationally.

175,652
Registered Nurse Providers in US
56
States with Registered Nurse
1,000
Avg Claims per Provider

MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's 1,524 claims are above the specialty average of 1,000.

Nearby Registered Nurse Providers in Maine

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's specialty?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP specializes in Registered Nurse and practices in PRINCETON, Maine. Credentials: NP.
How much does MERLIN FRANCIS, NP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MERLIN FRANCIS, NP wrote 1,524 Medicare Part D claims totaling $259K in drug costs for 57 beneficiaries.
Where is MERLIN FRANCIS, NP located?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP is located at 401 PETER DANA POINT ROAD, PRINCETON, ME, 04668. Phone: (207) 796-2322.
What is MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's NPI number?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831548437, issued on 06/06/2016.
Does MERLIN FRANCIS, NP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's prescribing is 24% brand-name and 76% generic drugs by claim count, with $231K in brand drug costs.
Does MERLIN FRANCIS, NP prescribe opioids?
Yes, MERLIN FRANCIS, NP had 67 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.4%.
How many Registered Nurse providers are there in the US?
There are 175,652 Registered Nurse providers across 56 states in the US. The average Registered Nurse provider writes 1,000 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MERLIN FRANCIS, NP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Gabapentin, Atorvastatin Calcium, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MERLIN FRANCIS, NP accept Medicare?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,524 Part D claims and 57 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's credentials?
MERLIN FRANCIS, NP's NPI is 1831548437 with credentials NP. 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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