2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1396231023 OD
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AARICK CARLSON, OD

Optometrist in SPOKANE, Washington. 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
158
Medicare Part D claims · 43 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
60%
generic claims · 40% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: AARICK CARLSON, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in SPOKANE, Washington with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 158 claims across 43 beneficiaries — 40% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

AARICK CARLSON, OD filed 158 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in SPOKANE, Washington, prescribing 60% generic.

158
Part D claims, 2023
60%
generic prescribing

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AARICK CARLSON, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/05/2018

NPI 1396231023

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

158 39% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Washington

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Washington providers

Washington providers

Optometrist share within Washington

1. Optometrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Optometrist share within Washington

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — 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).

AARICK CARLSON, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in SPOKANE, Washington, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1396231023. 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.

AARICK CARLSON, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 126 N WASHINGTON ST, SPOKANE, WA, 99201, with a listed phone of (509) 747-6581. NPI 1396231023 was issued on 07/05/2018. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CARLSON 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 158 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 43 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $13K in drug spend, split 40% brand-name and 60% 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.

Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,463 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 257 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

126 N WASHINGTON ST
SPOKANE, WA 99201

Provider Details

NPI 1396231023
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/05/2018

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where AARICK CARLSON, OD 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.

BENEWAH MEDICAL CENTER
Plummer, ID

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

License & disciplinary context — Washington WMC 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 ~34K Washington medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to AARICK CARLSON, OD. To verify AARICK CARLSON, OD's current license status, search the WMC public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

88
Total board actions, Washington 2023
Across 85 cases
2.59
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Washington statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
31 cases

WMC 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 Washington disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

AARICK CARLSON, OD — brand share 40.0%
Specialty average (est.)

40% brand-name claims vs 60% generic, on 158 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.

158
Total Claims
$13K
Total Drug Cost
43
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
239
Total Day Supply
6,703
Brand vs Generic
40% brand / 60% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$10K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.78
Gender Split
60% female / 40% 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
Latanoprost
71
Brimonidine Tartrate
17
Timolol Maleate
17
Restasis
Cyclosporine
11

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

Optometrist Overview

How AARICK CARLSON, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider

AARICK CARLSON, OD's 158 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Washington

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

Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AARICK CARLSON, OD's specialty?
AARICK CARLSON, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in SPOKANE, Washington. Credentials: OD.
How much does AARICK CARLSON, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, AARICK CARLSON, OD wrote 158 Medicare Part D claims totaling $13K in drug costs for 43 beneficiaries.
Where is AARICK CARLSON, OD located?
AARICK CARLSON, OD is located at 126 N WASHINGTON ST, SPOKANE, WA, 99201. Phone: (509) 747-6581.
What is AARICK CARLSON, OD's NPI number?
AARICK CARLSON, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396231023, issued on 07/05/2018.
Does AARICK CARLSON, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
AARICK CARLSON, OD's prescribing is 40% brand-name and 60% generic drugs by claim count, with $10K in brand drug costs.
How many Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 60,463 Optometrist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Optometrist provider writes 257 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does AARICK CARLSON, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, AARICK CARLSON, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does AARICK CARLSON, OD accept Medicare?
AARICK CARLSON, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 158 Part D claims and 43 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify AARICK CARLSON, OD's credentials?
AARICK CARLSON, OD's NPI is 1396231023 with credentials OD. 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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