2026 NPPES data Acute Care Nurse Practitioner NPI 1720790371 AGACNP-BC
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TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas. 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
135
Medicare Part D claims · 46 beneficiaries · Acute Care Nurse Practitioner avg: 576
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$40.49
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC filed 135 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, prescribing 90% generic.

135
Part D claims, 2023
90%
generic prescribing
$40.49
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.

TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

135 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 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 TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 12/14/2022

NPI 1720790371

Primary specialty

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Mid-sized

24,583 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

135 77% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 576

Specialty distribution in Arkansas

How Acute Care Nurse Practitioner compares to other specialties among Arkansas providers

Arkansas providers

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner share within Arkansas

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Acute Care 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).

TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner provider holding AGACNP-BC credentials at 1701 S SHACKLEFORD RD, LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72211, with a listed phone of (501) 219-7000. NPI 1720790371 was issued on 12/14/2022. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what PAFFORD 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 135 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 46 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $8K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% 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.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 24,583 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 576 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

1701 S SHACKLEFORD RD
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72211

Provider Details

NPI 1720790371
Specialty Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Credentials AGACNP-BC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 12/14/2022

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC 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.

ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL LLC
LITTLE ROCK, AR

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

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 TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$40

Largest payer

ATRICURE, 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 · Typical

TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 135 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.

135
Total Claims
$8K
Total Drug Cost
46
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
173
Total Day Supply
4,819
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.53
Gender Split
54% female / 46% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
38

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

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Overview

How TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC fits within the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner landscape nationally.

24,583
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Providers in US
53
States with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
576
Avg Claims per Provider

TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's 135 claims are below the specialty average of 576.

Nearby Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Providers in Arkansas

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

Compare Acute Care Nurse Practitioner nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's specialty?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC specializes in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and practices in LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas. Credentials: AGACNP-BC.
How much does TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC wrote 135 Medicare Part D claims totaling $8K in drug costs for 46 beneficiaries.
Where is TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC located?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC is located at 1701 S SHACKLEFORD RD, LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72211. Phone: (501) 219-7000.
What is TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's NPI number?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720790371, issued on 12/14/2022.
Does TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
How many Acute Care Nurse Practitioner providers are there in the US?
There are 24,583 Acute Care Nurse Practitioner providers across 53 states in the US. The average Acute Care Nurse Practitioner provider writes 576 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clopidogrel. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC accept Medicare?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 135 Part D claims and 46 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's credentials?
TIARA PAFFORD, AGACNP-BC's NPI is 1720790371 with credentials AGACNP-BC. 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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