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2026 NPPES data Gerontology Registered Nurse NPI 1184352205 MSN, CRNP
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Gerontology Registered Nurse in Erie, Pennsylvania.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 750 in Gerontology Registered Nurse, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
5K
Medicare Part D claims · 187 beneficiaries · Gerontology Registered Nurse avg: 2K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP filed 4,509 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Gerontology Registered Nurse in Erie, Pennsylvania, prescribing 84% generic.
- 5K
- Part D claims, 2023
- 84%
- 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.
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
4,509 Top 7% higher than 93% of 1,370,886 prescribers
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 Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Gerontology Registered Nurse
Medicare Part D claims
4,509 162% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Pennsylvania
How Gerontology Registered Nurse compares to other specialties among Pennsylvania providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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).
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gerontology Registered Nurse provider holding MSN, CRNP credentials at 121 W 12TH ST, Erie, PA, 16501, with a listed phone of (844) 456-5433. NPI 1184352205 was issued on 08/09/2022.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 4,509 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 187 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $457K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.5%.
Gerontology Registered Nurse is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 750 enrolled providers across 48 states and an average of 1,721 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
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Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1184352205 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Gerontology Registered Nurse |
| Credentials | MSN, CRNP |
| Gender | Female |
| NPI Issued | 08/09/2022 |
License & disciplinary context - Pennsylvania PA-BOM 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 ~45K Pennsylvania medical licensees in 2023 - they are NOT specific to Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP. To verify Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's current license status, search the PA-BOM public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.
133
Total board actions, Pennsylvania 2023
Across 129 cases
2.96
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Pennsylvania statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
48 cases
PA-BOM 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 Pennsylvania disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP - brand share 15.0%
Gerontology Registered Nurse average
15% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 4,509 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.
4,509
Total Claims
$457K
Total Drug Cost
187
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 4,602
- Total Day Supply
- 114,744
- Brand vs Generic
- 15% brand / 84% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $270K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $185K
- Opioid Claims
- 157 (3.5% rate)
- Antibiotic Claims
- 79
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 75.4 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 3.22
- Gender Split
- 69% female / 31% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 23, 65-74: 64, 75-84: 67, 85+: 33
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Pantoprazole Sodium
Pantoprazole Sodium
198 claims
- Gabapentin
Gabapentin
150 claims
- Atorvastatin Calcium
Atorvastatin Calcium
144 claims
- Amlodipine Besylate
Amlodipine Besylate
112 claims
- Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel
109 claims
- Levothyroxine Sodium
Levothyroxine Sodium
100 claims
- Trazodone Hcl
Trazodone Hcl
97 claims
- Metoprolol Tartrate
Metoprolol Tartrate
93 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 198 |
| Gabapentin | 150 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 144 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 112 |
| Clopidogrel Clopidogrel Bisulfate | 109 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 100 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 97 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 93 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 90 |
| Omeprazole | 89 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Gerontology Registered Nurse Overview
How Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP fits within the Gerontology Registered Nurse landscape nationally.
750
Gerontology Registered Nurse Providers in US
48
States with Gerontology Registered Nurse
1,721
Avg Claims per Provider
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's 4,509 claims are above the specialty average of 1,721.
Nearby Gerontology Registered Nurse Providers in Pennsylvania
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Pennsylvania, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Carey.
Dr. Corinne Akers
RN
Johnstown, PA
Dr. Kimberly Bell
CRNP
Warminster, PA
Dr. Kaizerine Blanes-Blendermann
RN
Camp Hill, PA
Joy Cantuba
Glen Mills, PA
Dr. Candace Cantwell-Foy
CRNP
Philadelphia, PA
Compare Gerontology Registered Nurse nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
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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 Pennsylvania medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's specialty? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP specializes in Gerontology Registered Nurse and practices in Erie, Pennsylvania. Credentials: MSN, CRNP.
How much does Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP wrote 4,509 Medicare Part D claims totaling $457K in drug costs for 187 beneficiaries.
Where is Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP located? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP is located at 121 W 12TH ST, Erie, PA, 16501. Phone: (844) 456-5433.
What is Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's NPI number? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184352205, issued on 08/09/2022.
Does Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $270K in brand drug costs.
Does Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP had 157 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.5%.
How many Gerontology Registered Nurse providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 750 Gerontology Registered Nurse providers across 48 states in the US. The average Gerontology Registered Nurse provider writes 1,721 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Pantoprazole Sodium, Gabapentin, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP accept Medicare? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP appears in CMS Medicare data with 4,509 Part D claims and 187 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's credentials? ▼
Zella Carey, MSN, CRNP's NPI is 1184352205 with credentials MSN, CRNP. 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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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