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2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1891931572 M.D.
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Ophthalmology Physician in Billings, Montana.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 22,082 in Ophthalmology Physician, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
159
Medicare Part D claims · 37 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
67%
generic claims · 33% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
David Switzer, M.D. filed 159 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Ophthalmology Physician in Billings, Montana, prescribing 67% generic.
- 159
- Part D claims, 2023
- 67%
- generic prescribing
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David Switzer, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
159 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
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Board-eligible specialty (heuristic, not verified)
David Switzer, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).
What does the federal data show about David Switzer, M.D.?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Ophthalmology Physician
Medicare Part D claims
159 89% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Montana
How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Montana providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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.
Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).
David Switzer, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as an Ophthalmology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 1221 N 26TH ST, Billings, MT, 59101, with a listed phone of (406) 252-5681. NPI 1891931572 was issued on 12/30/2008.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 159 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 37 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $6K in drug spend, split 33% brand-name and 67% generic by claim count.
Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,082 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1891931572 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Ophthalmology Physician |
| Credentials | M.D. |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 12/30/2008 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average
David Switzer, M.D. - brand share 33.0%
Ophthalmology Physician average
33% brand-name claims vs 67% generic, on 159 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.
159
Total Claims
$6K
Total Drug Cost
37
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 251
- Total Day Supply
- 7,154
- Brand vs Generic
- 33% brand / 67% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $3K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $3K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 76.1 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.11
- Gender Split
- 43% female / 57% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What David Switzer, M.D. prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Prednisolone Acetate
Prednisolone Acetate
46 claims
- Ketorolac Trometha…
Ketorolac Tromethamine
42 claims
- Atropine Sulfate 14
Atropine Sulfate
14 claims
- Dorzolamide Hcl 13
Dorzolamide Hcl
13 claims
- Dorzolamide-Timolol 13
Dorzolamide-Timolol
13 claims
- Diclofenac Sodium 11
Diclofenac Sodium
11 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 46 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 42 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 14 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 13 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat | 13 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 11 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Ophthalmology Physician Overview
How David Switzer, M.D. fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.
22,082
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider
David Switzer, M.D.'s 159 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.
Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Montana
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Montana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Switzer.
Dr. Aaron Alme
M.D.
Kalispell, MT
Dr. Roger Barth
M.D.
Kalispell, MT
Dr. Allen Beardsley
M.D.
Havre, MT
Dr. Jerald Bell
MD
Billings, MT
Dr. Thomas Berbos
MD
Helena, MT
Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.
- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Montana medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Switzer, M.D.'s specialty? ▼
David Switzer, M.D. specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in Billings, Montana. Credentials: M.D..
How much does David Switzer, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, David Switzer, M.D. wrote 159 Medicare Part D claims totaling $6K in drug costs for 37 beneficiaries.
Where is David Switzer, M.D. located? ▼
David Switzer, M.D. is located at 1221 N 26TH ST, Billings, MT, 59101. Phone: (406) 252-5681.
What is David Switzer, M.D.'s NPI number? ▼
David Switzer, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891931572, issued on 12/30/2008.
Does David Switzer, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
David Switzer, M.D.'s prescribing is 33% brand-name and 67% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 22,082 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 David Switzer, M.D. prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, David Switzer, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Prednisolone Acetate, Ketorolac Tromethamine, Atropine Sulfate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does David Switzer, M.D. accept Medicare? ▼
David Switzer, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 159 Part D claims and 37 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify David Switzer, M.D.'s credentials? ▼
David Switzer, M.D.'s NPI is 1891931572 with credentials M.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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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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