2026 NPPES data Adult Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1124063300 A/GNP
Verify on CMS →

SARA MERTZ, A/GNP

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

Federal data — no proprietary rating. PlainDoctor publishes the actual CMS NPPES and Medicare records — NPI registration, specialty, practice location, and prescribing data — without a composite score or editorial opinion on top. Every field traces to a federal source.
Prescribing volume
299
Medicare Part D claims · 65 beneficiaries · Adult Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
82%
generic claims · 18% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

SARA MERTZ, A/GNP filed 299 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, prescribing 82% generic.

299
Part D claims, 2023
82%
generic prescribing

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

299 49th percentile higher than 49% 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

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about SARA MERTZ, A/GNP?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/19/2006

NPI 1124063300

Primary specialty

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

29,492 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

299 75% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,201

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Adult Health Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner share within North Carolina

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Adult Health 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 MERTZ, A/GNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding A/GNP credentials at 286 OVERLOOK RD, ASHEVILLE, NC, 28803, with a listed phone of (828) 213-8442. NPI 1124063300 was issued on 06/19/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MERTZ 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 299 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 65 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $61K in drug spend, split 18% brand-name and 82% 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.

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 29,492 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,201 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

286 OVERLOOK RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Provider Details

NPI 1124063300
Specialty Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials A/GNP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/19/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

SARA MERTZ, A/GNP — brand share 18.0%
Specialty average (est.)

18% brand-name claims vs 82% generic, on 299 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.

299
Total Claims
$61K
Total Drug Cost
65
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
305
Total Day Supply
6,695
Brand vs Generic
18% brand / 82% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$57K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
79.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.59
Gender Split
74% female / 26% 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 MERTZ, A/GNP 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
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
16
Amlodipine Besylate
14
Eliquis
Apixaban
14
Lisinopril
13
Simvastatin
13
Lorazepam
11

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

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Overview

How SARA MERTZ, A/GNP fits within the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

29,492
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
55
States with Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
1,201
Avg Claims per Provider

SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's 299 claims are below the specialty average of 1,201.

Nearby Adult Health 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 MERTZ.

Compare Adult Health Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's specialty?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP specializes in Adult Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina. Credentials: A/GNP.
How much does SARA MERTZ, A/GNP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SARA MERTZ, A/GNP wrote 299 Medicare Part D claims totaling $61K in drug costs for 65 beneficiaries.
Where is SARA MERTZ, A/GNP located?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP is located at 286 OVERLOOK RD, ASHEVILLE, NC, 28803. Phone: (828) 213-8442.
What is SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's NPI number?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124063300, issued on 06/19/2006.
Does SARA MERTZ, A/GNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's prescribing is 18% brand-name and 82% generic drugs by claim count, with $57K in brand drug costs.
How many Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 29,492 Adult Health Nurse Practitioner providers across 55 states in the US. The average Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider writes 1,201 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SARA MERTZ, A/GNP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clopidogrel, Amlodipine Besylate, Eliquis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SARA MERTZ, A/GNP accept Medicare?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 299 Part D claims and 65 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's credentials?
SARA MERTZ, A/GNP's NPI is 1124063300 with credentials A/GNP. 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.

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).

Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology