2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1598168445 O.D.
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CAMERON BLACK, O.D.

Optometrist in CARY, North Carolina. 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
70
Medicare Part D claims · 31 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
53%
generic claims · 47% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: CAMERON BLACK, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in CARY, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 70 claims across 31 beneficiaries — 47% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: CAMERON BLACK, O.D. filed 70 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across CARY, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CAMERON BLACK, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/07/2014

NPI 1598168445

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

70 73% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Optometrist share within North Carolina

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

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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CAMERON BLACK, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in CARY, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1598168445. 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.

CAMERON BLACK, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 229 CROSSROADS BLVD, CARY, NC, 27518, with a listed phone of (919) 233-8500. NPI 1598168445 was issued on 10/07/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BLACK 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 70 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 31 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $14K in drug spend, split 47% brand-name and 53% 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

229 CROSSROADS BLVD
CARY, NC 27518

Provider Details

NPI 1598168445
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/07/2014

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

CAMERON BLACK, O.D. — brand share 47.0%
Specialty average (est.)

47% brand-name claims vs 53% generic, on 70 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.

70
Total Claims
$14K
Total Drug Cost
31
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
128
Total Day Supply
3,690
Brand vs Generic
47% brand / 53% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$12K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.26
Gender Split
61% female / 39% 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
24
Prednisolone Acetate
20

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

Optometrist Overview

How CAMERON BLACK, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s 70 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BLACK.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s specialty?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in CARY, North Carolina. Credentials: O.D..
How much does CAMERON BLACK, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CAMERON BLACK, O.D. wrote 70 Medicare Part D claims totaling $14K in drug costs for 31 beneficiaries.
Where is CAMERON BLACK, O.D. located?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D. is located at 229 CROSSROADS BLVD, CARY, NC, 27518. Phone: (919) 233-8500.
What is CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s NPI number?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598168445, issued on 10/07/2014.
Does CAMERON BLACK, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s prescribing is 47% brand-name and 53% generic drugs by claim count, with $12K 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 CAMERON BLACK, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Prednisolone Acetate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CAMERON BLACK, O.D. accept Medicare?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 70 Part D claims and 31 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s credentials?
CAMERON BLACK, O.D.'s NPI is 1598168445 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.
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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