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SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C

Physician Assistant in N CHARLESTON, South 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
911
Medicare Part D claims · 84 beneficiaries · Physician Assistant avg: 790
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in N CHARLESTON, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 911 claims across 84 beneficiaries — 5% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C filed 911 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across N CHARLESTON, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/17/2014

NPI 1497157911

Primary specialty

Physician Assistant

High-volume

149,975 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

911 15% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 790

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Physician Assistant share within South Carolina

1. Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Physician Assistant share within South Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Physician Assistant (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Physician Assistant ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — 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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SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider practicing in N CHARLESTON, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1497157911. 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.

SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 2070 NORTHBROOK BLVD STE B1, N CHARLESTON, SC, 29406, with a listed phone of (843) 608-8798. NPI 1497157911 was issued on 09/17/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ADKINS 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 911 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 84 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $49K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% 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.

Physician Assistant is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 149,975 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 790 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

2070 NORTHBROOK BLVD STE B1
N CHARLESTON, SC 29406

Provider Details

NPI 1497157911
Specialty Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 09/17/2014

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-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.

THE ST THOMAS EAST END MEDICAL CENTER CORPORATION
ST THOMAS, VI

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

SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C — brand share 5.0%
Specialty average (est.)

5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 911 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.

911
Total Claims
$49K
Total Drug Cost
84
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,096
Total Day Supply
32,610
Brand vs Generic
5% brand / 95% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$33K
Generic Drug Cost
$15K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
63.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.62
Gender Split
79% female / 21% male
Age Distribution
<65: 38, 65-74: 32, 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.

Drug Claims
Clonazepam
91
Trazodone Hcl
63
Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Hcl
54
Aripiprazole
53
Alprazolam
49
Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine
48
Duloxetine Hcl
40
Fluoxetine Hcl
40
Lorazepam
37
Fluvoxamine Maleate
34

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

Physician Assistant Overview

How SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C fits within the Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

149,975
Physician Assistant Providers in US
56
States with Physician Assistant
790
Avg Claims per Provider

SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's 911 claims are above the specialty average of 790.

Nearby Physician Assistant Providers in South Carolina

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

Compare Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's specialty?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C specializes in Physician Assistant and practices in N CHARLESTON, South Carolina. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C wrote 911 Medicare Part D claims totaling $49K in drug costs for 84 beneficiaries.
Where is SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C located?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C is located at 2070 NORTHBROOK BLVD STE B1, N CHARLESTON, SC, 29406. Phone: (843) 608-8798.
What is SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's NPI number?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497157911, issued on 09/17/2014.
Does SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $33K in brand drug costs.
How many Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 149,975 Physician Assistant providers across 56 states in the US. The average Physician Assistant provider writes 790 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clonazepam, Trazodone Hcl, Bupropion Xl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C accept Medicare?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 911 Part D claims and 84 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's credentials?
SHERLONDA ADKINS, PA-C's NPI is 1497157911 with credentials PA-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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