2026 NPPES data Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner NPI 1437540374 PMHNP
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SARA SANSON, PMHNP

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in SUMMERSVILLE, West Virginia. 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
774
Medicare Part D claims · 62 beneficiaries · Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner avg: 927
Generic prescribing
94%
generic claims · 6% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$303.09
17 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

SARA SANSON, PMHNP filed 774 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in SUMMERSVILLE, West Virginia, prescribing 94% generic.

774
Part D claims, 2023
94%
generic prescribing
$303.09
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

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 SANSON, PMHNP's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

774 Top 29% higher than 71% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 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 SANSON, PMHNP?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/13/2015

NPI 1437540374

Primary specialty

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

39,953 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

774 17% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 927

Specialty distribution in West Virginia

How Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among West Virginia providers

West Virginia providers

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within West Virginia

1. Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner share within West Virginia

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Psychiatric/Mental 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 SANSON, PMHNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider holding PMHNP credentials at 415 MAIN ST, SUMMERSVILLE, WV, 26651, with a listed phone of (304) 226-5725. NPI 1437540374 was issued on 02/13/2015. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SANSON 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 774 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 62 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $68K in drug spend, split 6% brand-name and 94% 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.

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 39,953 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 927 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

415 MAIN ST
SUMMERSVILLE, WV 26651

Provider Details

NPI 1437540374
Specialty Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Credentials PMHNP
Gender Female
NPI Issued 02/13/2015

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for SARA SANSON, PMHNP. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$303

Largest payer

ABBVIE INC.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

SARA SANSON, PMHNP — brand share 6.0%
Specialty average (est.)

6% brand-name claims vs 94% generic, on 774 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.

774
Total Claims
$68K
Total Drug Cost
62
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,290
Total Day Supply
38,339
Brand vs Generic
6% brand / 94% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$46K
Generic Drug Cost
$22K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
62.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.33
Gender Split
66% female / 34% male
Age Distribution
<65: 31, 65-74: 23, 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.

What SARA SANSON, PMHNP 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
Sertraline Hcl
102
Buspirone Hcl
83
Mirtazapine
61
Lamotrigine
56
Aripiprazole
51
Duloxetine Hcl
41
Clonazepam
40
Trazodone Hcl
38
Fluoxetine Hcl
27
Venlafaxine Hcl Er
Venlafaxine Hcl
27

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

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Overview

How SARA SANSON, PMHNP fits within the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

39,953
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
54
States with Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
927
Avg Claims per Provider

SARA SANSON, PMHNP's 774 claims are below the specialty average of 927.

Nearby Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Providers in West Virginia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in West Virginia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as SANSON.

Compare Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SARA SANSON, PMHNP's specialty?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP specializes in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and practices in SUMMERSVILLE, West Virginia. Credentials: PMHNP.
How much does SARA SANSON, PMHNP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SARA SANSON, PMHNP wrote 774 Medicare Part D claims totaling $68K in drug costs for 62 beneficiaries.
Where is SARA SANSON, PMHNP located?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP is located at 415 MAIN ST, SUMMERSVILLE, WV, 26651. Phone: (304) 226-5725.
What is SARA SANSON, PMHNP's NPI number?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437540374, issued on 02/13/2015.
Does SARA SANSON, PMHNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP's prescribing is 6% brand-name and 94% generic drugs by claim count, with $46K in brand drug costs.
How many Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 39,953 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providers across 54 states in the US. The average Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provider writes 927 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SARA SANSON, PMHNP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SARA SANSON, PMHNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Sertraline Hcl, Buspirone Hcl, Mirtazapine. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SARA SANSON, PMHNP accept Medicare?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 774 Part D claims and 62 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SARA SANSON, PMHNP's credentials?
SARA SANSON, PMHNP's NPI is 1437540374 with credentials PMHNP. 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).

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