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DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD

Optometrist in SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont. 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
54
Medicare Part D claims · 15 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
52%
generic claims · 48% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 54 claims across 15 beneficiaries — 48% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD filed 54 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont, prescribing 52% generic.

54
Part D claims, 2023
52%
generic prescribing

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DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/01/2005

NPI 1952395253

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

54 79% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Vermont

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Vermont providers

Vermont providers

Optometrist share within Vermont

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

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

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).

DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1952395253. 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.

DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 155 DORSET ST STE E1, SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT, 05403, with a listed phone of (802) 863-3062. NPI 1952395253 was issued on 09/01/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FRANZ 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 54 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 15 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $15K in drug spend, split 48% brand-name and 52% 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

155 DORSET ST STE E1
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT 05403

Provider Details

NPI 1952395253
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 09/01/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD — brand share 48.0%
Specialty average (est.)

48% brand-name claims vs 52% generic, on 54 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.

54
Total Claims
$15K
Total Drug Cost
15
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
130
Total Day Supply
3,902
Brand vs Generic
48% brand / 52% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$11K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.58

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

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

Optometrist Overview

How DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's 54 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Vermont

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's specialty?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont. Credentials: OD.
How much does DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD wrote 54 Medicare Part D claims totaling $15K in drug costs for 15 beneficiaries.
Where is DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD located?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD is located at 155 DORSET ST STE E1, SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT, 05403. Phone: (802) 863-3062.
What is DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's NPI number?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952395253, issued on 09/01/2005.
Does DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's prescribing is 48% brand-name and 52% generic drugs by claim count, with $11K 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 DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD accept Medicare?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 54 Part D claims and 15 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's credentials?
DOUGLAS FRANZ, OD's NPI is 1952395253 with credentials OD. 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.

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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