2026 NPPES data Family Nurse Practitioner NPI 1659919322 FNP-C
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SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner in NASHVILLE, Tennessee. 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
327
Medicare Part D claims · 47 beneficiaries · Family Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
91%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C filed 327 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Family Nurse Practitioner in NASHVILLE, Tennessee, prescribing 91% generic.

327
Part D claims, 2023
91%
generic prescribing

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SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

327 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 12/12/2019

NPI 1659919322

Primary specialty

Family Nurse Practitioner

High-volume

209,817 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

327 73% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,222

Specialty distribution in Tennessee

How Family Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers

Tennessee providers

Family Nurse Practitioner share within Tennessee

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Family 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.

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).

SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Family Nurse Practitioner provider holding FNP-C credentials at 7277 CHARLOTTE PIKE UNIT 323, NASHVILLE, TN, 37209, with a listed phone of (901) 849-0345. NPI 1659919322 was issued on 12/12/2019. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CLIFFORD 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 327 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 47 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $13K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 91% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 11.3%. 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.

Family Nurse Practitioner is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 209,817 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,222 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

7277 CHARLOTTE PIKE UNIT 323
NASHVILLE, TN 37209

Provider Details

NPI 1659919322
Specialty Family Nurse Practitioner
Credentials FNP-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 12/12/2019

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C 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.

CARIS PALLIATIVE CARE LLC
COLUMBIA, TN

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 · Generic-heavy

SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C — brand share 9.0%
Specialty average (est.)

9% brand-name claims vs 91% generic, on 327 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.

327
Total Claims
$13K
Total Drug Cost
47
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
382
Total Day Supply
10,273
Brand vs Generic
9% brand / 91% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K
Opioid Claims
37 (11.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
35

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.85
Gender Split
77% female / 23% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
20
Metoprolol Succinate
19
Furosemide
16
Levetiracetam
15
Levothyroxine Sodium
15
Atorvastatin Calcium
13

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

Family Nurse Practitioner Overview

How SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C fits within the Family Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

209,817
Family Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
56
States with Family Nurse Practitioner
1,222
Avg Claims per Provider

SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's 327 claims are below the specialty average of 1,222.

Nearby Family Nurse Practitioner Providers in Tennessee

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's specialty?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C specializes in Family Nurse Practitioner and practices in NASHVILLE, Tennessee. Credentials: FNP-C.
How much does SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C wrote 327 Medicare Part D claims totaling $13K in drug costs for 47 beneficiaries.
Where is SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C located?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C is located at 7277 CHARLOTTE PIKE UNIT 323, NASHVILLE, TN, 37209. Phone: (901) 849-0345.
What is SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's NPI number?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659919322, issued on 12/12/2019.
Does SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 91% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
Does SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C had 37 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 11.3%.
How many Family Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 209,817 Family Nurse Practitioner providers across 56 states in the US. The average Family Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,222 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Metoprolol Succinate, Furosemide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C accept Medicare?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 327 Part D claims and 47 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's credentials?
SARA CLIFFORD, FNP-C's NPI is 1659919322 with credentials FNP-C. 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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