2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1720136278 OD
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BARBARA DILLON, OD

Optometrist in MOUNT ARLINGTON, New Jersey. 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
44
Medicare Part D claims · 13 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
39%
generic claims · 61% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: BARBARA DILLON, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in MOUNT ARLINGTON, New Jersey with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 44 claims across 13 beneficiaries — 61% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: BARBARA DILLON, OD filed 44 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MOUNT ARLINGTON, New Jersey. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

BARBARA DILLON, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/08/2007

NPI 1720136278

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

44 83% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in New Jersey

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among New Jersey providers

New Jersey providers

Optometrist share within New Jersey

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

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

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BARBARA DILLON, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in MOUNT ARLINGTON, New Jersey, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1720136278. 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.

BARBARA DILLON, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 180 HOWARD BLVD. SUITE 18, MOUNT ARLINGTON, NJ, 07856, with a listed phone of (973) 770-1380. NPI 1720136278 was issued on 01/08/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DILLON 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 44 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 13 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $15K in drug spend, split 61% brand-name and 39% 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

180 HOWARD BLVD. SUITE 18
MOUNT ARLINGTON, NJ 07856

Provider Details

NPI 1720136278
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 01/08/2007

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

BARBARA DILLON, OD — brand share 61.0%
Specialty average (est.)

61% brand-name claims vs 39% generic, on 44 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.

44
Total Claims
$15K
Total Drug Cost
13
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
91
Total Day Supply
2,649
Brand vs Generic
61% brand / 39% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$15K
Generic Drug Cost
$819

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.27

Optometrist Overview

How BARBARA DILLON, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

BARBARA DILLON, OD's 44 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in New Jersey

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BARBARA DILLON, OD's specialty?
BARBARA DILLON, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in MOUNT ARLINGTON, New Jersey. Credentials: OD.
How much does BARBARA DILLON, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BARBARA DILLON, OD wrote 44 Medicare Part D claims totaling $15K in drug costs for 13 beneficiaries.
Where is BARBARA DILLON, OD located?
BARBARA DILLON, OD is located at 180 HOWARD BLVD. SUITE 18, MOUNT ARLINGTON, NJ, 07856. Phone: (973) 770-1380.
What is BARBARA DILLON, OD's NPI number?
BARBARA DILLON, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720136278, issued on 01/08/2007.
Does BARBARA DILLON, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BARBARA DILLON, OD's prescribing is 61% brand-name and 39% generic drugs by claim count, with $15K 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.
Does BARBARA DILLON, OD accept Medicare?
BARBARA DILLON, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 44 Part D claims and 13 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BARBARA DILLON, OD's credentials?
BARBARA DILLON, OD's NPI is 1720136278 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.

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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