2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1356363857 MD
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ARUP DAS, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. 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
25
Medicare Part D claims · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
52%
generic claims · 48% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
85.1802/100
▲ 2 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: ARUP DAS, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 25 claims — 48% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 85.1802/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: ARUP DAS, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 85.1802 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 25 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

ARUP DAS, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ARUP DAS, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/24/2006

NPI 1356363857

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

25 98% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

85.1802/100 2.080200000000005% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in New Mexico

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among New Mexico providers

New Mexico providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within New Mexico

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within New Mexico

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

ARUP DAS, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
85.1802/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 85.1802/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%85.2%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 85.1802/100 vs national avg 83.1

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).

ARUP DAS, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1356363857. 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.

ARUP DAS, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 2ND AMBULATORY CARE CTR, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87131, with a listed phone of (505) 272-2553. NPI 1356363857 was issued on 07/24/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DAS 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 25 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4K in drug spend, split 48% brand-name and 52% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 85.1802/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 81.0056, Cost 57.0846), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 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

2ND AMBULATORY CARE CTR
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131

Provider Details

NPI 1356363857
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/24/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

85.1802
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
81.0056
Quality
57.0846
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ARUP DAS, MD 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.

UNM MEDICAL GROUP INC
ALBUQUERQUE, NM

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

ARUP DAS, MD — brand share 48.0%
Specialty average (est.)

48% brand-name claims vs 52% generic, on 25 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.

25
Total Claims
$4K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
37
Total Day Supply
1,095
Brand vs Generic
48% brand / 52% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$3K
Generic Drug Cost
$422

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.41

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How ARUP DAS, MD fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

ARUP DAS, MD's 25 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in New Mexico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Mexico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as DAS.

Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARUP DAS, MD's specialty?
ARUP DAS, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. Credentials: MD.
How much does ARUP DAS, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ARUP DAS, MD wrote 25 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
What is ARUP DAS, MD's Medicare quality score?
ARUP DAS, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 85.1802/100 (Quality: 81.0056, Cost: 57.0846). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is ARUP DAS, MD located?
ARUP DAS, MD is located at 2ND AMBULATORY CARE CTR, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87131. Phone: (505) 272-2553.
What is ARUP DAS, MD's NPI number?
ARUP DAS, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356363857, issued on 07/24/2006.
Does ARUP DAS, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ARUP DAS, MD's prescribing is 48% brand-name and 52% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does ARUP DAS, MD accept Medicare?
ARUP DAS, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 25 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ARUP DAS, MD's credentials?
ARUP DAS, MD's NPI is 1356363857 with credentials MD. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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