2026 NPPES data Vision Therapy Optometrist NPI 1619973112 O.D.
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CARL SYDNOR, O.D.

Vision Therapy Optometrist in BRANDENBURG, Kentucky. 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
35
Medicare Part D claims · 30 beneficiaries · Vision Therapy Optometrist avg: 209
Generic prescribing
34%
generic claims · 66% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: CARL SYDNOR, O.D. is a Vision Therapy Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in BRANDENBURG, Kentucky with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 35 claims across 30 beneficiaries — 66% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: CARL SYDNOR, O.D. filed 35 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BRANDENBURG, Kentucky. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CARL SYDNOR, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2005

NPI 1619973112

Primary specialty

Vision Therapy Optometrist

Rare

369 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

35 83% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 209

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Vision Therapy Optometrist compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Vision Therapy Optometrist share within Kentucky

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Vision Therapy Optometrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Vision Therapy Optometrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Vision Therapy Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Vision Therapy Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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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CARL SYDNOR, O.D. is a Vision Therapy Optometrist provider practicing in BRANDENBURG, Kentucky, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1619973112. 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.

CARL SYDNOR, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Vision Therapy Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 732 HIGH ST, BRANDENBURG, KY, 40108, with a listed phone of (270) 422-4241. NPI 1619973112 was issued on 06/21/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SYDNOR 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 35 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 30 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $1K in drug spend, split 66% brand-name and 34% 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.

Vision Therapy Optometrist is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 369 enrolled providers across 42 states and an average of 209 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

732 HIGH ST
BRANDENBURG, KY 40108

Provider Details

NPI 1619973112
Specialty Vision Therapy Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/21/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CARL SYDNOR, 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.

KY DOCTORS OF OPTOMETRY, PLLC
ELIZABETHTOWN, KY

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 · Brand-heavy

CARL SYDNOR, O.D. — brand share 66.0%
Specialty average (est.)

66% brand-name claims vs 34% generic, on 35 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.

35
Total Claims
$1K
Total Drug Cost
30
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
35
Total Day Supply
613
Brand vs Generic
66% brand / 34% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$799
Generic Drug Cost
$354

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.25

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Prednisolone Acetate
20

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

Vision Therapy Optometrist Overview

How CARL SYDNOR, O.D. fits within the Vision Therapy Optometrist landscape nationally.

369
Vision Therapy Optometrist Providers in US
42
States with Vision Therapy Optometrist
209
Avg Claims per Provider

CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s 35 claims are below the specialty average of 209.

Nearby Vision Therapy Optometrist Providers in Kentucky

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s specialty?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D. specializes in Vision Therapy Optometrist and practices in BRANDENBURG, Kentucky. Credentials: O.D..
How much does CARL SYDNOR, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CARL SYDNOR, O.D. wrote 35 Medicare Part D claims totaling $1K in drug costs for 30 beneficiaries.
Where is CARL SYDNOR, O.D. located?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D. is located at 732 HIGH ST, BRANDENBURG, KY, 40108. Phone: (270) 422-4241.
What is CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s NPI number?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619973112, issued on 06/21/2005.
Does CARL SYDNOR, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s prescribing is 66% brand-name and 34% generic drugs by claim count, with $799 in brand drug costs.
How many Vision Therapy Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 369 Vision Therapy Optometrist providers across 42 states in the US. The average Vision Therapy Optometrist provider writes 209 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CARL SYDNOR, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Prednisolone Acetate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CARL SYDNOR, O.D. accept Medicare?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 35 Part D claims and 30 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s credentials?
CARL SYDNOR, O.D.'s NPI is 1619973112 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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