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AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.

Optometrist in MEMPHIS, Tennessee. 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
238
Medicare Part D claims · 73 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
76%
generic claims · 24% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in MEMPHIS, Tennessee with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 238 claims across 73 beneficiaries — 24% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. filed 238 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MEMPHIS, Tennessee. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/07/2011

NPI 1285921528

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

238 7% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Tennessee

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers

Tennessee providers

Optometrist share within Tennessee

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

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.

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AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in MEMPHIS, Tennessee, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1285921528. 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.

AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 475 N HIGHLAND ST APT 3M, MEMPHIS, TN, 38122, with a listed phone of (319) 504-7314. NPI 1285921528 was issued on 07/07/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BUSCHE 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 238 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 73 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $10K in drug spend, split 24% brand-name and 76% 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

475 N HIGHLAND ST APT 3M
MEMPHIS, TN 38122

Provider Details

NPI 1285921528
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/07/2011

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. — brand share 24.0%
Specialty average (est.)

24% brand-name claims vs 76% generic, on 238 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.

238
Total Claims
$10K
Total Drug Cost
73
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
359
Total Day Supply
9,587
Brand vs Generic
24% brand / 76% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$4K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K
Antibiotic Claims
25

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.10
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: 32, 75-84: 24, 85+: 17

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
95
Timolol Maleate
37
Doxycycline Hyclate
23
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
18
Dorzolamide Hcl
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s 238 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Tennessee

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s specialty?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in MEMPHIS, Tennessee. Credentials: O.D..
How much does AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. wrote 238 Medicare Part D claims totaling $10K in drug costs for 73 beneficiaries.
Where is AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. located?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. is located at 475 N HIGHLAND ST APT 3M, MEMPHIS, TN, 38122. Phone: (319) 504-7314.
What is AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s NPI number?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285921528, issued on 07/07/2011.
Does AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s prescribing is 24% brand-name and 76% generic drugs by claim count, with $4K 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 AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate, Doxycycline Hyclate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. accept Medicare?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 238 Part D claims and 73 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s credentials?
AMBER BUSCHE, O.D.'s NPI is 1285921528 with credentials O.D.. 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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