CHRISTINE NICOLE ATKINSON MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Prescription History 1407123813
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Vero Beach, FL

NPI Status: Active since November 30, 2011

Contact Information

820 37TH PL
VERO BEACH, FL
ZIP 32960
Phone: (772) 569-9788

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CHRISTINE NICOLE ATKINSON MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, an active Psychiatric/Mental Health specialist practicing in Vero Beach, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 268 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Lamotrigine, which accounts for 33 claims alone.


Aripiprazole

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,038
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $774.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.50

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 1,680
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,378
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $696.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.95

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,337
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $453.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.41

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat anxiety. It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Citalopram Hbr

Generic Formulation: Citalopram HydrobromideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,671
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.86

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia.

Therapeutic Applications

Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,470
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,379
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $223.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.33

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,249
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $528.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.25

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 2,068
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,286
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $398.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.32

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,544
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $428.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 57.5
Days Supply 1,725
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims69.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,789
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $990.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.26

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,722
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims65.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills128.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,806
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 50.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $356.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.70

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,290
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims75.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills136.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,043
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $376.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.82

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Vilazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Vilazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.9
Peer Average Days Supply681
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,384.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$115.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$212.28

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzofuran, indole, and piperazine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN UPTAKE INHIBITOR and partial SEROTONIN 5-HT1 RECEPTOR AGONIST. It is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT.

Therapeutic Applications

Vilazodone is used to treat depression. It is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and partial serotonin receptor agonist. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like CHRISTINE NICOLE ATKINSON MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Vero Beach, FL.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Psychiatric/Mental Health** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.