2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1396364980 PHARMD
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NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD

Pharmacist in PELLA, 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
187
Medicare Part D claims · 171 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: NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD is a Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in PELLA, Iowa with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 187 claims across 171 beneficiaries — 100% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD filed 187 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across PELLA, Iowa. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 04/13/2020

NPI 1396364980

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

187 39% 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.

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).

NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD is a Pharmacist provider practicing in PELLA, Iowa, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PHARMD. NPI: 1396364980. 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.

NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider holding PHARMD credentials at 118 SE 9TH ST, PELLA, IA, 50219, with a listed phone of (641) 628-1280. NPI 1396364980 was issued on 04/13/2020. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ARENDS 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 187 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 171 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $53K 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

118 SE 9TH ST
PELLA, IA 50219

Provider Details

NPI 1396364980
Specialty Pharmacist
Credentials PHARMD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 04/13/2020

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD — brand share 100.0%
Specialty average (est.)

100% brand-name claims vs 0% generic, on 187 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.

187
Total Claims
$53K
Total Drug Cost
171
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
187
Total Day Supply
187
Brand vs Generic
100% brand / 0% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$53K
Generic Drug Cost
$0

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.96
Gender Split
60% female / 40% 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
76
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 NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

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

NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's 187 claims are above 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 ARENDS.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's specialty?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD specializes in Pharmacist and practices in PELLA, Iowa. Credentials: PHARMD.
How much does NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD wrote 187 Medicare Part D claims totaling $53K in drug costs for 171 beneficiaries.
Where is NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD located?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD is located at 118 SE 9TH ST, PELLA, IA, 50219. Phone: (641) 628-1280.
What is NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's NPI number?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396364980, issued on 04/13/2020.
Does NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's prescribing is 100% brand-name and 0% generic drugs by claim count, with $53K 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 NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD'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 NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD accept Medicare?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 187 Part D claims and 171 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's credentials?
NICOLE ARENDS, PHARMD's NPI is 1396364980 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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