2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1275731101 O.D.
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JASON RICKS, O.D.

Optometrist in LEWISTOWN, Montana. 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
645
Medicare Part D claims · 138 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
58%
generic claims · 42% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
96.7082/100
▲ 14 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$95.94
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

JASON RICKS, O.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 96.7082/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 645 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

96.7082/100
MIPS score · +14 vs avg
645
Part D claims, 2023
58%
generic prescribing
$95.94
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.

JASON RICKS, 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

97 Top 17% higher than 83% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. 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 JASON RICKS, O.D.?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/03/2007

NPI 1275731101

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

645 151% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

96.7082/100 13.60820000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Montana

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Montana providers

Montana providers

Optometrist share within Montana

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

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

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
96.7082/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 96.7082/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%96.7%
MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 96.7082/100 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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JASON RICKS, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in LEWISTOWN, Montana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1275731101. 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.

JASON RICKS, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 119 E MAIN ST, LEWISTOWN, MT, 59457, with a listed phone of (406) 535-5488. NPI 1275731101 was issued on 07/03/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what RICKS 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 645 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 138 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $61K in drug spend, split 42% brand-name and 58% 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 96.7082/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 93.4163), 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

119 E MAIN ST
LEWISTOWN, MT 59457

Provider Details

NPI 1275731101
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/03/2007

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

96.7082
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
93.4163
Quality

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JASON RICKS, 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.

EYECARE ASSOCIATES OF LEWISTOWN PC
LEWISTOWN, MT

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 JASON RICKS, O.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$96

Largest payer

CooperVision 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 · Above average

JASON RICKS, O.D. — brand share 42.0%
Specialty average (est.)

42% brand-name claims vs 58% generic, on 645 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.

645
Total Claims
$61K
Total Drug Cost
138
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
969
Total Day Supply
26,635
Brand vs Generic
42% brand / 58% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$51K
Generic Drug Cost
$10K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.07
Gender Split
51% female / 49% 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
282
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
96
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
39
Timolol Maleate
31
Alphagan P
Brimonidine Tartrate
23
Prednisolone Acetate
23
Dorzolamide Hcl
20
Restasis
Cyclosporine
18
Moxifloxacin
Moxifloxacin Hcl
16
Travatan Z
Travoprost
15

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

Optometrist Overview

How JASON RICKS, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

JASON RICKS, O.D.'s 645 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Montana

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JASON RICKS, O.D.'s specialty?
JASON RICKS, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in LEWISTOWN, Montana. Credentials: O.D..
How much does JASON RICKS, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JASON RICKS, O.D. wrote 645 Medicare Part D claims totaling $61K in drug costs for 138 beneficiaries.
What is JASON RICKS, O.D.'s Medicare quality score?
JASON RICKS, O.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 96.7082/100 (Quality: 93.4163). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is JASON RICKS, O.D. located?
JASON RICKS, O.D. is located at 119 E MAIN ST, LEWISTOWN, MT, 59457. Phone: (406) 535-5488.
What is JASON RICKS, O.D.'s NPI number?
JASON RICKS, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275731101, issued on 07/03/2007.
Does JASON RICKS, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JASON RICKS, O.D.'s prescribing is 42% brand-name and 58% generic drugs by claim count, with $51K 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 JASON RICKS, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JASON RICKS, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Dorzolamide-Timolol, Lumigan. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JASON RICKS, O.D. accept Medicare?
JASON RICKS, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 645 Part D claims and 138 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JASON RICKS, O.D.'s credentials?
JASON RICKS, O.D.'s NPI is 1275731101 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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