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BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.

Optometrist in BERLIN, Connecticut. 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
98
Medicare Part D claims · 59 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
43%
generic claims · 57% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
91.3961/100
▲ 8 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$280.63
4 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in BERLIN, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 98 claims across 59 beneficiaries — 57% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.3961/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $280.63 across 4 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 91.3961 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 98 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/16/2006

NPI 1053338046

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

98 62% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

91.3961/100 8.29610000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Optometrist share within Connecticut

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Optometrist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
91.3961/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 91.3961/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 91.3961/100 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.

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BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in BERLIN, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1053338046. 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.

BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 1166 FARMINGTON AVE., BERLIN, CT, 06037, with a listed phone of (860) 829-8939. NPI 1053338046 was issued on 07/16/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KJELLEN 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 98 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 59 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $42K in drug spend, split 57% brand-name and 43% 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 91.3961/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100, Cost 71.3204), compared with the national average of 83.1.

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

1166 FARMINGTON AVE.
BERLIN, CT 06037

Provider Details

NPI 1053338046
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/16/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

91.3961
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality
71.3204
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where BRETT KJELLEN, 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.

RATCHFORD EYE CENTER LLC
BERLIN, CT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$281

Largest payer

Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. — brand share 57.0%
Specialty average (est.)

57% brand-name claims vs 43% generic, on 98 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.

98
Total Claims
$42K
Total Drug Cost
59
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
167
Total Day Supply
4,108
Brand vs Generic
57% brand / 43% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$41K
Generic Drug Cost
$612

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.83
Gender Split
75% female / 25% 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
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
39
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
29

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

Optometrist Overview

How BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s 98 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Connecticut

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s specialty?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in BERLIN, Connecticut. Credentials: O.D..
How much does BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. wrote 98 Medicare Part D claims totaling $42K in drug costs for 59 beneficiaries.
What is BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s Medicare quality score?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.3961/100 (Quality: 100, Cost: 71.3204). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. located?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. is located at 1166 FARMINGTON AVE., BERLIN, CT, 06037. Phone: (860) 829-8939.
What is BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s NPI number?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053338046, issued on 07/16/2006.
Does BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s prescribing is 57% brand-name and 43% generic drugs by claim count, with $41K 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 BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, Lumigan. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. accept Medicare?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 98 Part D claims and 59 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s credentials?
BRETT KJELLEN, O.D.'s NPI is 1053338046 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.
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.

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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