2026 NPPES data Gerontology Nurse Practitioner NPI 1639411572 NP
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PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in GREENSBORO, North 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 87 beneficiaries · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
83%
generic claims · 17% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner ([object Object]) practicing in GREENSBORO, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 87 beneficiaries — 17% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP filed 1,177 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across GREENSBORO, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/18/2013

NPI 1639411572

Primary specialty

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

9,625 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,177 8% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,283

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Gerontology Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within North Carolina

1. Gerontology Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) — 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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PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider practicing in GREENSBORO, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: NP. NPI: 1639411572. 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.

PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider holding NP credentials at 3803 N ELM ST, GREENSBORO, NC, 27455, with a listed phone of (336) 540-7067. NPI 1639411572 was issued on 03/18/2013. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ANANTHAN 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 1,177 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 87 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $74K in drug spend, split 17% brand-name and 83% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.2%. 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.

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 9,625 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,283 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

3803 N ELM ST
GREENSBORO, NC 27455

Provider Details

NPI 1639411572
Specialty Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Credentials NP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 03/18/2013

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP — brand share 17.0%
Specialty average (est.)

17% brand-name claims vs 83% generic, on 1,177 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.

1,177
Total Claims
$74K
Total Drug Cost
87
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,183
Total Day Supply
27,166
Brand vs Generic
17% brand / 83% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$55K
Generic Drug Cost
$18K
Opioid Claims
49 (4.2% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
30

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.71
Gender Split
55% female / 45% male
Age Distribution
<65: 18, 65-74: 25, 75-84: 24, 85+: 20

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
58
Furosemide
57
Myrbetriq
Mirabegron
49
Metformin Hcl
45
Amlodipine Besylate
41
Lisinopril
38
Levothyroxine Sodium
30
Potassium Chloride
30
Tamsulosin Hcl
29
Baclofen
25

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

Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Overview

How PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP fits within the Gerontology Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

9,625
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
1,283
Avg Claims per Provider

PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's 1,177 claims are below the specialty average of 1,283.

Nearby Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Providers in North Carolina

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

Compare Gerontology Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's specialty?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP specializes in Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and practices in GREENSBORO, North Carolina. Credentials: NP.
How much does PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP wrote 1,177 Medicare Part D claims totaling $74K in drug costs for 87 beneficiaries.
Where is PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP located?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP is located at 3803 N ELM ST, GREENSBORO, NC, 27455. Phone: (336) 540-7067.
What is PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's NPI number?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639411572, issued on 03/18/2013.
Does PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's prescribing is 17% brand-name and 83% generic drugs by claim count, with $55K in brand drug costs.
Does PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP prescribe opioids?
Yes, PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP had 49 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.2%.
How many Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 9,625 Gerontology Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,283 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Gabapentin, Furosemide, Myrbetriq. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP accept Medicare?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,177 Part D claims and 87 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's credentials?
PUSPAMALA ANANTHAN, NP's NPI is 1639411572 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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