2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1336118496 OD
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KEVIN AYERS, OD

Optometrist in KENNEWICK, Washington. 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
166
Medicare Part D claims · 31 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
53%
generic claims · 47% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KEVIN AYERS, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in KENNEWICK, Washington with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 166 claims across 31 beneficiaries — 47% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: KEVIN AYERS, OD filed 166 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across KENNEWICK, Washington. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KEVIN AYERS, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/14/2006

NPI 1336118496

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

166 35% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Washington

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Washington providers

Washington providers

Optometrist share within Washington

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

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).

KEVIN AYERS, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in KENNEWICK, Washington, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1336118496. 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.

KEVIN AYERS, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 3700 W CLEARWATER AVE, KENNEWICK, WA, 99336, with a listed phone of (509) 735-1312. NPI 1336118496 was issued on 03/14/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AYERS 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 166 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 31 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $32K in drug spend, split 47% brand-name and 53% 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

3700 W CLEARWATER AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336

Provider Details

NPI 1336118496
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/14/2006

License & disciplinary context — Washington WMC 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~34K Washington medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to KEVIN AYERS, OD. To verify KEVIN AYERS, OD's current license status, search the WMC public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

88
Total board actions, Washington 2023
Across 85 cases
2.59
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Washington statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
31 cases

WMC publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Washington disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

KEVIN AYERS, OD — brand share 47.0%
Specialty average (est.)

47% brand-name claims vs 53% generic, on 166 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.

166
Total Claims
$32K
Total Drug Cost
31
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
243
Total Day Supply
6,822
Brand vs Generic
47% brand / 53% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$30K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.29
Gender Split
48% female / 52% 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
Restasis
Cyclosporine
31
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How KEVIN AYERS, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

KEVIN AYERS, OD's 166 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Washington

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KEVIN AYERS, OD's specialty?
KEVIN AYERS, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in KENNEWICK, Washington. Credentials: OD.
How much does KEVIN AYERS, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KEVIN AYERS, OD wrote 166 Medicare Part D claims totaling $32K in drug costs for 31 beneficiaries.
Where is KEVIN AYERS, OD located?
KEVIN AYERS, OD is located at 3700 W CLEARWATER AVE, KENNEWICK, WA, 99336. Phone: (509) 735-1312.
What is KEVIN AYERS, OD's NPI number?
KEVIN AYERS, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336118496, issued on 03/14/2006.
Does KEVIN AYERS, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KEVIN AYERS, OD's prescribing is 47% brand-name and 53% generic drugs by claim count, with $30K 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 KEVIN AYERS, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KEVIN AYERS, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Restasis, Combigan. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KEVIN AYERS, OD accept Medicare?
KEVIN AYERS, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 166 Part D claims and 31 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KEVIN AYERS, OD's credentials?
KEVIN AYERS, OD's NPI is 1336118496 with credentials OD. 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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