2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1598242984
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KELLIE ABE

Optometrist in KAILUA KONA, Hawaii. 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
159
Medicare Part D claims · 47 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
56%
generic claims · 44% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
95.9943/100
▲ 13 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: KELLIE ABE is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in KAILUA KONA, Hawaii with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 159 claims across 47 beneficiaries — 44% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 95.9943/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: KELLIE ABE reported a CMS MIPS final score of 95.9943 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 159 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KELLIE ABE at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/27/2018

NPI 1598242984

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

159 38% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

95.9943/100 12.894300000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Hawaii

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Hawaii providers

Hawaii providers

Optometrist share within Hawaii

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

KELLIE ABE's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Optometrist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
95.9943/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 95.9943/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 95.9943/100 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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KELLIE ABE is a Optometrist provider practicing in KAILUA KONA, Hawaii, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). NPI: 1598242984. 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.

KELLIE ABE appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider at 75-166 KALANI ST STE 102, KAILUA KONA, HI, 96740, with a listed phone of (808) 329-3535. NPI 1598242984 was issued on 07/27/2018. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ABE 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 159 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 47 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $15K in drug spend, split 44% brand-name and 56% 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 95.9943/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 91.9887), 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

75-166 KALANI ST STE 102
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Provider Details

NPI 1598242984
Specialty Optometrist
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/27/2018

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

95.9943
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
91.9887
Quality

Reporting: Group practice

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

KELLIE ABE — brand share 44.0%
Specialty average (est.)

44% brand-name claims vs 56% generic, on 159 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.

159
Total Claims
$15K
Total Drug Cost
47
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
295
Total Day Supply
8,438
Brand vs Generic
44% brand / 56% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$9K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.95
Gender Split
55% female / 45% 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
74
Timolol Maleate
27
Travoprost
12

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

Optometrist Overview

How KELLIE ABE fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

KELLIE ABE's 159 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Hawaii

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KELLIE ABE's specialty?
KELLIE ABE specializes in Optometrist and practices in KAILUA KONA, Hawaii.
How much does KELLIE ABE prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KELLIE ABE wrote 159 Medicare Part D claims totaling $15K in drug costs for 47 beneficiaries.
What is KELLIE ABE's Medicare quality score?
KELLIE ABE has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 95.9943/100 (Quality: 91.9887). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is KELLIE ABE located?
KELLIE ABE is located at 75-166 KALANI ST STE 102, KAILUA KONA, HI, 96740. Phone: (808) 329-3535.
What is KELLIE ABE's NPI number?
KELLIE ABE's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598242984, issued on 07/27/2018.
Does KELLIE ABE prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KELLIE ABE's prescribing is 44% brand-name and 56% generic drugs by claim count, with $9K 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 KELLIE ABE prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KELLIE ABE's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate, Travoprost. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KELLIE ABE accept Medicare?
KELLIE ABE appears in CMS Medicare data with 159 Part D claims and 47 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KELLIE ABE's credentials?
KELLIE ABE's NPI is 1598242984. 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.

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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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