2026 NPPES data Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist NPI 1215974548 O.D.
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ELVEN SMITH, O.D.

Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist in ROCKINGHAM, 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
650
Medicare Part D claims · 215 beneficiaries · Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist avg: 296
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$103.3
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

ELVEN SMITH, O.D. filed 650 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist in ROCKINGHAM, North Carolina, prescribing 85% generic.

650
Part D claims, 2023
85%
generic prescribing
$103.3
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

650 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 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

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

What does the federal data show about ELVEN SMITH, O.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/02/2006

NPI 1215974548

Primary specialty

Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist

Rare

299 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

650 120% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 296

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist share within North Carolina

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Low Vision Rehabilitation 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).

ELVEN SMITH, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 720 E US HIGHWAY 74, ROCKINGHAM, NC, 28379, with a listed phone of (910) 205-2020. NPI 1215974548 was issued on 06/02/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SMITH 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 650 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 215 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $65K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% 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.

Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 299 enrolled providers across 39 states and an average of 296 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

720 E US HIGHWAY 74
ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379

Provider Details

NPI 1215974548
Specialty Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/02/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ELVEN SMITH, 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.

FOX EYE CARE GROUP
GREENSBORO, NC

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for ELVEN SMITH, O.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$103

Largest payer

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ELVEN SMITH, O.D. — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 650 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.

650
Total Claims
$65K
Total Drug Cost
215
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
926
Total Day Supply
19,561
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$53K
Generic Drug Cost
$12K
Antibiotic Claims
179

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.78
Gender Split
70% female / 30% male
Age Distribution
<65: 51, 65-74: 102, 75-84: 51, 85+: 11

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What ELVEN SMITH, O.D. prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Azithromycin
170
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
152
Timolol Maleate
80
Latanoprost
45
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
44
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
22
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
21
Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
20
Restasis
Cyclosporine
16
Tobramycin
14

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

Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist Overview

How ELVEN SMITH, O.D. fits within the Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist landscape nationally.

299
Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist Providers in US
39
States with Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist
296
Avg Claims per Provider

ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s 650 claims are above the specialty average of 296.

Nearby Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist Providers in North Carolina

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

Compare Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s specialty?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D. specializes in Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist and practices in ROCKINGHAM, North Carolina. Credentials: O.D..
How much does ELVEN SMITH, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ELVEN SMITH, O.D. wrote 650 Medicare Part D claims totaling $65K in drug costs for 215 beneficiaries.
Where is ELVEN SMITH, O.D. located?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D. is located at 720 E US HIGHWAY 74, ROCKINGHAM, NC, 28379. Phone: (910) 205-2020.
What is ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s NPI number?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215974548, issued on 06/02/2006.
Does ELVEN SMITH, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $53K in brand drug costs.
How many Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 299 Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist providers across 39 states in the US. The average Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist provider writes 296 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ELVEN SMITH, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Azithromycin, Erythromycin, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ELVEN SMITH, O.D. accept Medicare?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 650 Part D claims and 215 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s credentials?
ELVEN SMITH, O.D.'s NPI is 1215974548 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.

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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