2026 NPPES data Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist NPI 1891806188 RPH
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TRENT MERKWAN, RPH

Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist in MILLER, South Dakota. 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
17
Medicare Part D claims · 15 beneficiaries · Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist avg: 397
Generic prescribing
0%
generic claims · 100% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: TRENT MERKWAN, RPH is a Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist ([object Object]) practicing in MILLER, South Dakota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 17 claims across 15 beneficiaries — 100% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: TRENT MERKWAN, RPH filed 17 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MILLER, South Dakota. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

TRENT MERKWAN, RPH at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/31/2006

NPI 1891806188

Primary specialty

Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist

Mid-sized

5,925 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

17 96% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 397

Specialty distribution in South Dakota

How Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist compares to other specialties among South Dakota providers

South Dakota providers

Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist share within South Dakota

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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TRENT MERKWAN, RPH is a Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist provider practicing in MILLER, South Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: RPH. NPI: 1891806188. 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.

TRENT MERKWAN, RPH appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist provider holding RPH credentials at 209 N BROADWAY AVE, MILLER, SD, 57362, with a listed phone of (605) 853-3647. NPI 1891806188 was issued on 08/31/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MERKWAN 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 17 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 15 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $3K in drug spend, split 100% brand-name and 0% 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.

Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 5,925 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 397 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

209 N BROADWAY AVE
MILLER, SD 57362

Provider Details

NPI 1891806188
Specialty Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist
Credentials RPH
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/31/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

TRENT MERKWAN, RPH — brand share 100.0%
Specialty average (est.)

100% brand-name claims vs 0% generic, on 17 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.

17
Total Claims
$3K
Total Drug Cost
15
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
17
Total Day Supply
17
Brand vs Generic
100% brand / 0% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$3K
Generic Drug Cost
$0

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
78.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.84

Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist Overview

How TRENT MERKWAN, RPH fits within the Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist landscape nationally.

5,925
Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist Providers in US
53
States with Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist
397
Avg Claims per Provider

TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's 17 claims are below the specialty average of 397.

Nearby Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist Providers in South Dakota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's specialty?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH specializes in Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist and practices in MILLER, South Dakota. Credentials: RPH.
How much does TRENT MERKWAN, RPH prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, TRENT MERKWAN, RPH wrote 17 Medicare Part D claims totaling $3K in drug costs for 15 beneficiaries.
Where is TRENT MERKWAN, RPH located?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH is located at 209 N BROADWAY AVE, MILLER, SD, 57362. Phone: (605) 853-3647.
What is TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's NPI number?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891806188, issued on 08/31/2006.
Does TRENT MERKWAN, RPH prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's prescribing is 100% brand-name and 0% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K in brand drug costs.
How many Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist providers are there in the US?
There are 5,925 Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist providers across 53 states in the US. The average Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist provider writes 397 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does TRENT MERKWAN, RPH accept Medicare?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH appears in CMS Medicare data with 17 Part D claims and 15 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's credentials?
TRENT MERKWAN, RPH's NPI is 1891806188 with credentials RPH. 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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