2026 NPPES data Pharmacist NPI 1427040989 PHARM D
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Scott Cote, PHARM D

Pharmacist in Bakersfield, California. 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
755
Medicare Part D claims · 57 beneficiaries · Pharmacist avg: 135
Generic prescribing
69%
generic claims · 31% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

Scott Cote, PHARM D filed 755 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Pharmacist in Bakersfield, California, prescribing 69% generic.

755
Part D claims, 2023
69%
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.

Scott Cote, PHARM D's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

755 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

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 Scott Cote, PHARM D?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/19/2005

NPI 1427040989

Primary specialty

Pharmacist

High-volume

290,447 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

755 vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 135

Specialty distribution in California

How Pharmacist compares to other specialties among California providers

California providers

Pharmacist share within California

1. Pharmacist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pharmacist share within California

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).

Scott Cote, PHARM D appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacist provider holding PHARM D credentials at 3737 SAN DIMAS ST STE 101, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, with a listed phone of (661) 558-4649. NPI 1427040989 was issued on 08/19/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what Cote 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 755 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 57 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $195K in drug spend, split 31% brand-name and 69% 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

3737 SAN DIMAS ST STE 101
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Provider Details

NPI 1427040989
Specialty Pharmacist
Credentials PHARM D
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/19/2005

License & disciplinary context — California MBC 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~150K California medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to Scott Cote, PHARM D. To verify Scott Cote, PHARM D's current license status, search the MBC public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

576
Total board actions, California 2023
Across 556 cases
3.84
Actions per 1,000 licensees
California statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
186 cases

MBC publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the California disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

Scott Cote, PHARM D — brand share 31.0%
Specialty average (est.)

31% brand-name claims vs 69% generic, on 755 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.

755
Total Claims
$195K
Total Drug Cost
57
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,194
Total Day Supply
34,595
Brand vs Generic
31% brand / 69% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$180K
Generic Drug Cost
$14K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
64.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.99
Gender Split
63% female / 37% male
Age Distribution
<65: 22, 65-74: 27, 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 Scott Cote, PHARM D 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
Atorvastatin Calcium
64
Gabapentin
47
Trulicity
Dulaglutide
45
Metoprolol Tartrate
40
Nifedipine Er
Nifedipine
36
Ezetimibe
31
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
27
Jardiance
Empagliflozin
26
Metformin Hcl
25
Ozempic
Semaglutide
23

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

Pharmacist Overview

How Scott Cote, PHARM D fits within the Pharmacist landscape nationally.

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

Scott Cote, PHARM D's 755 claims are above the specialty average of 135.

Nearby Pharmacist Providers in California

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

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

Before you book an appointment

Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.

  • Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry — providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
  • Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the California medical board — federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scott Cote, PHARM D's specialty?
Scott Cote, PHARM D specializes in Pharmacist and practices in Bakersfield, California. Credentials: PHARM D.
How much does Scott Cote, PHARM D prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, Scott Cote, PHARM D wrote 755 Medicare Part D claims totaling $195K in drug costs for 57 beneficiaries.
Where is Scott Cote, PHARM D located?
Scott Cote, PHARM D is located at 3737 SAN DIMAS ST STE 101, Bakersfield, CA, 93301. Phone: (661) 558-4649.
What is Scott Cote, PHARM D's NPI number?
Scott Cote, PHARM D's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427040989, issued on 08/19/2005.
Does Scott Cote, PHARM D prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
Scott Cote, PHARM D's prescribing is 31% brand-name and 69% generic drugs by claim count, with $180K 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 Scott Cote, PHARM D prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Scott Cote, PHARM D's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Gabapentin, Trulicity. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Scott Cote, PHARM D accept Medicare?
Scott Cote, PHARM D appears in CMS Medicare data with 755 Part D claims and 57 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Scott Cote, PHARM D's credentials?
Scott Cote, PHARM D's NPI is 1427040989 with credentials PHARM D. 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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