2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1518537786 OD
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ANNA AHO, OD

Optometrist in ANNANDALE, Minnesota. 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
209
Medicare Part D claims · 60 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
65%
generic claims · 35% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ANNA AHO, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in ANNANDALE, Minnesota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 209 claims across 60 beneficiaries — 35% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ANNA AHO, OD filed 209 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across ANNANDALE, Minnesota. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

ANNA AHO, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/29/2021

NPI 1518537786

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

209 19% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Optometrist share within Minnesota

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

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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ANNA AHO, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in ANNANDALE, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1518537786. 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.

ANNA AHO, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 500 ELM ST E, ANNANDALE, MN, 55302, with a listed phone of (370) 132-0274. NPI 1518537786 was issued on 06/29/2021. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AHO 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 209 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 60 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $100K in drug spend, split 35% brand-name and 65% 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

500 ELM ST E
ANNANDALE, MN 55302

Provider Details

NPI 1518537786
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/29/2021

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ANNA AHO, 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.

ANNANDALE EYE CLINIC INC
ANNANDALE, MN
COKATO EYE CENTER, INC
COKATO, MN

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 · Above average

ANNA AHO, OD — brand share 35.0%
Specialty average (est.)

35% brand-name claims vs 65% generic, on 209 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.

209
Total Claims
$100K
Total Drug Cost
60
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
306
Total Day Supply
8,409
Brand vs Generic
35% brand / 65% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$96K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K
Antibiotic Claims
14

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.25
Gender Split
58% female / 42% 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
91
Prednisolone Acetate
20
Timolol Maleate
16
Doxycycline Monohydrate
11

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

Optometrist Overview

How ANNA AHO, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

ANNA AHO, OD's 209 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ANNA AHO, OD's specialty?
ANNA AHO, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in ANNANDALE, Minnesota. Credentials: OD.
How much does ANNA AHO, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ANNA AHO, OD wrote 209 Medicare Part D claims totaling $100K in drug costs for 60 beneficiaries.
Where is ANNA AHO, OD located?
ANNA AHO, OD is located at 500 ELM ST E, ANNANDALE, MN, 55302. Phone: (370) 132-0274.
What is ANNA AHO, OD's NPI number?
ANNA AHO, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518537786, issued on 06/29/2021.
Does ANNA AHO, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ANNA AHO, OD's prescribing is 35% brand-name and 65% generic drugs by claim count, with $96K 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 ANNA AHO, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ANNA AHO, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Prednisolone Acetate, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ANNA AHO, OD accept Medicare?
ANNA AHO, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 209 Part D claims and 60 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ANNA AHO, OD's credentials?
ANNA AHO, OD's NPI is 1518537786 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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