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2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1295724516 O.D.
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Optometrist in Fort Collins, Colorado.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 60,463 in Optometrist, 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
70
Medicare Part D claims · 19 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% 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
Amy Abel, O.D. filed 70 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in Fort Collins, Colorado, prescribing 84% generic.
- 70
- Part D claims, 2023
- 84%
- generic prescribing
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Amy Abel, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
70 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers
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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Amy Abel, O.D.?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Optometrist
Medicare Part D claims
70 73% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Colorado
How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Colorado providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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Amy Abel, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 2111 CUSTER, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, with a listed phone of (970) 224-9880. NPI 1295724516 was issued on 10/19/2005.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 70 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 19 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $6K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count.
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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1295724516 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Optometrist |
| Credentials | O.D. |
| Gender | Female |
| NPI Issued | 10/19/2005 |
Hospital and facility affiliations
Facilities where Amy Abel, O.D. 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.
One Hour Optical Medical Services, PC
Fort Collins, CO
Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical
Amy Abel, O.D. - brand share 16.0%
Optometrist average
16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 70 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.
70
Total Claims
$6K
Total Drug Cost
19
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 142
- Total Day Supply
- 4,098
- Brand vs Generic
- 16% brand / 84% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $4K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $2K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 72.4 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 0.75
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 | 29 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 11 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Optometrist Overview
How Amy Abel, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.
60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider
Amy Abel, O.D.'s 70 claims are below the specialty average of 257.
Nearby Optometrist Providers in Colorado
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Colorado, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Abel.
Dr. Kaleb Abbott
OD
Aurora, CO
Dr. Gregory Abel
O.D.
Ft Collins, CO
Dr. Brian Abert
O.D.
Arvada, CO
Dr. Ritu Abraham
OD
Aurora, CO
Dr. Andrew Achziger
O.D.
Greeley, CO
Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
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 Colorado medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
- Weigh a second option: compare this provider with a nearby Optometrist peer on Medicare volume and prescribing patterns. Compare providers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amy Abel, O.D.'s specialty? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in Fort Collins, Colorado. Credentials: O.D..
How much does Amy Abel, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Amy Abel, O.D. wrote 70 Medicare Part D claims totaling $6K in drug costs for 19 beneficiaries.
Where is Amy Abel, O.D. located? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D. is located at 2111 CUSTER, Fort Collins, CO, 80525. Phone: (970) 224-9880.
What is Amy Abel, O.D.'s NPI number? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295724516, issued on 10/19/2005.
Does Amy Abel, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D.'s prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% 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 Amy Abel, O.D. prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Amy Abel, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Dorzolamide Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Amy Abel, O.D. accept Medicare? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 70 Part D claims and 19 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Amy Abel, O.D.'s credentials? ▼
Amy Abel, O.D.'s NPI is 1295724516 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
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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