2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1407878267 MD
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BRUCE FAERBER, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in CLEVELAND, Tennessee. 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 511 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
13.2735/100
▼ 70 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: BRUCE FAERBER, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in CLEVELAND, Tennessee with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 511 beneficiaries — 15% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 13.2735/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: BRUCE FAERBER, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 13.2735 out of 100, below the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,987 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)

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

BRUCE FAERBER, MD at a glance

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/24/2006

NPI 1407878267

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,987 40% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

13.2735/100 69.8265% pts

Penalty band band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Tennessee

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers

Tennessee providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Tennessee

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

BRUCE FAERBER, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
13.2735/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 13.2735/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%13.3%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 13.2735/100 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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BRUCE FAERBER, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in CLEVELAND, Tennessee, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1407878267. 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.

BRUCE FAERBER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 2175 CHAMBLISS AVE NW, CLEVELAND, TN, 37311, with a listed phone of (423) 473-7200. NPI 1407878267 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 FAERBER 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 1,987 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 511 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $73K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% 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 13.2735/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 0, Cost 44.2449), 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

2175 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311

Provider Details

NPI 1407878267
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.

13.2735
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
0
Quality
44.2449
Cost

Reporting: Individual

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

BRUCE FAERBER, MD — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 1,987 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.

1,987
Total Claims
$73K
Total Drug Cost
511
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,897
Total Day Supply
73,849
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$40K
Generic Drug Cost
$33K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.20
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male
Age Distribution
<65: 49, 65-74: 228, 75-84: 183, 85+: 51

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
892
Latanoprost
341
Timolol Maleate
207
Prednisolone Acetate
119
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
84
Moxifloxacin
Moxifloxacin Hcl
63
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
52
Brimonidine Tartrate
44
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
20
Travoprost
18

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How BRUCE FAERBER, 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

BRUCE FAERBER, MD's 1,987 claims are above the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Tennessee

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRUCE FAERBER, MD's specialty?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in CLEVELAND, Tennessee. Credentials: MD.
How much does BRUCE FAERBER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BRUCE FAERBER, MD wrote 1,987 Medicare Part D claims totaling $73K in drug costs for 511 beneficiaries.
What is BRUCE FAERBER, MD's Medicare quality score?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 13.2735/100 (Quality: 0, Cost: 44.2449). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is BRUCE FAERBER, MD located?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD is located at 2175 CHAMBLISS AVE NW, CLEVELAND, TN, 37311. Phone: (423) 473-7200.
What is BRUCE FAERBER, MD's NPI number?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407878267, issued on 07/24/2006.
Does BRUCE FAERBER, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $40K 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.
What drugs does BRUCE FAERBER, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BRUCE FAERBER, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Erythromycin, Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BRUCE FAERBER, MD accept Medicare?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,987 Part D claims and 511 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BRUCE FAERBER, MD's credentials?
BRUCE FAERBER, MD's NPI is 1407878267 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.

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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