2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1972785335 O.D.
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DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.

Optometrist in WATFORD CITY, North Dakota. 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
27
Medicare Part D claims · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
52%
generic claims · 48% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. filed 27 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in WATFORD CITY, North Dakota, prescribing 52% generic.

27
Part D claims, 2023
52%
generic prescribing

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DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

27 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/28/2007

NPI 1972785335

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

27 89% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in North Dakota

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers

North Dakota providers

Optometrist share within North Dakota

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

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 NORDBY, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in WATFORD CITY, North Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1972785335. 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 NORDBY, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 109 5TH STR SW, WATFORD CITY, ND, 58854, with a listed phone of (701) 444-3221. NPI 1972785335 was issued on 11/28/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what NORDBY 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 27 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $3K 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

109 5TH STR SW
WATFORD CITY, ND 58854

Provider Details

NPI 1972785335
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 11/28/2007

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DOUGLAS NORDBY, 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.

EYES BY DESIGN LTD
WATFORD CITY, ND

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 · Above average

DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. — brand share 48.0%
Specialty average (est.)

48% brand-name claims vs 52% generic, on 27 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.

27
Total Claims
$3K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
33
Total Day Supply
940
Brand vs Generic
48% brand / 52% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$2K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.71

Optometrist Overview

How DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s 27 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in North Dakota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s specialty?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in WATFORD CITY, North Dakota. Credentials: O.D..
How much does DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. wrote 27 Medicare Part D claims totaling $3K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. located?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. is located at 109 5TH STR SW, WATFORD CITY, ND, 58854. Phone: (701) 444-3221.
What is DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s NPI number?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972785335, issued on 11/28/2007.
Does DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s prescribing is 48% brand-name and 52% generic drugs by claim count, with $2K 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.
Does DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. accept Medicare?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 27 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s credentials?
DOUGLAS NORDBY, O.D.'s NPI is 1972785335 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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