2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1649281403 OD
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LARA MCKNIGHT, OD

Optometrist in CARSON CITY, Nevada. 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
218
Medicare Part D claims · 61 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
62%
generic claims · 38% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
86.1003/100
▲ 3 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: LARA MCKNIGHT, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in CARSON CITY, Nevada with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 218 claims across 61 beneficiaries — 38% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 86.1003/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: LARA MCKNIGHT, OD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 86.1003 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 218 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/10/2006

NPI 1649281403

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

218 15% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

86.1003/100 3.00030000000001% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Nevada

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Nevada providers

Nevada providers

Optometrist share within Nevada

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Optometrist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
86.1003/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 86.1003/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 86.1003/100 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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LARA MCKNIGHT, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in CARSON CITY, Nevada, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1649281403. 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.

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 4530 S CARSON ST STE 12, CARSON CITY, NV, 89701, with a listed phone of (775) 267-2000. NPI 1649281403 was issued on 08/10/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MCKNIGHT 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 218 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 61 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $14K in drug spend, split 38% brand-name and 62% 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 86.1003/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 72.2007), 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

4530 S CARSON ST STE 12
CARSON CITY, NV 89701

Provider Details

NPI 1649281403
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/10/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

86.1003
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
72.2007
Quality

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LARA MCKNIGHT, OD 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.

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD AND ASSOC LTD
CARSON CITY, NV
RETINA CONSULTANTS OF NEVADA LLP
CARSON CITY, NV

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD — brand share 38.0%
Specialty average (est.)

38% brand-name claims vs 62% generic, on 218 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.

218
Total Claims
$14K
Total Drug Cost
61
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
372
Total Day Supply
10,597
Brand vs Generic
38% brand / 62% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$10K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.97
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
140
Timolol Maleate
25

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

Optometrist Overview

How LARA MCKNIGHT, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's 218 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Nevada

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's specialty?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in CARSON CITY, Nevada. Credentials: OD.
How much does LARA MCKNIGHT, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LARA MCKNIGHT, OD wrote 218 Medicare Part D claims totaling $14K in drug costs for 61 beneficiaries.
What is LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's Medicare quality score?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 86.1003/100 (Quality: 72.2007). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is LARA MCKNIGHT, OD located?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD is located at 4530 S CARSON ST STE 12, CARSON CITY, NV, 89701. Phone: (775) 267-2000.
What is LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's NPI number?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649281403, issued on 08/10/2006.
Does LARA MCKNIGHT, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's prescribing is 38% brand-name and 62% generic drugs by claim count, with $10K 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 LARA MCKNIGHT, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LARA MCKNIGHT, OD accept Medicare?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 218 Part D claims and 61 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's credentials?
LARA MCKNIGHT, OD's NPI is 1649281403 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.
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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