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ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.

Optometrist in FARGO, 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
617
Medicare Part D claims · 159 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
66%
generic claims · 34% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
0/100
▼ 83 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$14.17
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 0/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 617 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

0/100
MIPS score · -83 vs avg
617
Part D claims, 2023
66%
generic prescribing
$14.17
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.

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

0 0th percentile higher than 0% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). This entry sits in this band. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Above this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Above this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Above this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Above this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.?

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/19/2009

NPI 1235364373

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

617 140% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

0/100 83.1% pts

Penalty band band

vs 83.1 national avg

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Optometrist national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
0/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 0/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%0%
MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 0/100 vs national avg 83.1

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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ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in FARGO, North Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1235364373. 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.

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 4344 20TH AVE SW, FARGO, ND, 58103, with a listed phone of (701) 293-8242. NPI 1235364373 was issued on 05/19/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what VONHOLDT 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 617 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 159 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $95K in drug spend, split 34% brand-name and 66% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 0/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 0), compared with the national average of 83.1.

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

4344 20TH AVE SW
FARGO, ND 58103

Provider Details

NPI 1235364373
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 05/19/2009

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

0
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
0
Quality

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ERIC VONHOLDT, 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.

EAGAN EYE CLINIC LLC
ALEXANDRIA, MN

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 ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$14

Largest payer

Alcon Vision LLC

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 · Above average

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. — brand share 34.0%
Specialty average (est.)

34% brand-name claims vs 66% generic, on 617 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.

617
Total Claims
$95K
Total Drug Cost
159
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
986
Total Day Supply
27,130
Brand vs Generic
34% brand / 66% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$81K
Generic Drug Cost
$14K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.02
Gender Split
57% female / 43% male

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
212
Timolol Maleate
94
Restasis
Cyclosporine
81
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
79
Prednisolone Acetate
39
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
32
Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
20

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

Optometrist Overview

How ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s 617 claims are above 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 VONHOLDT.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s specialty?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in FARGO, North Dakota. Credentials: O.D..
How much does ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. wrote 617 Medicare Part D claims totaling $95K in drug costs for 159 beneficiaries.
What is ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s Medicare quality score?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 0/100 (Quality: 0). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. located?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. is located at 4344 20TH AVE SW, FARGO, ND, 58103. Phone: (701) 293-8242.
What is ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s NPI number?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235364373, issued on 05/19/2009.
Does ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s prescribing is 34% brand-name and 66% generic drugs by claim count, with $81K 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 ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate, Restasis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. accept Medicare?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 617 Part D claims and 159 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s credentials?
ERIC VONHOLDT, O.D.'s NPI is 1235364373 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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