2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1881673853 OD
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LARRY COON, OD

Optometrist in FAIRBANKS, Alaska. 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
242
Medicare Part D claims · 76 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
62%
generic claims · 38% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: LARRY COON, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in FAIRBANKS, Alaska with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 242 claims across 76 beneficiaries — 38% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: LARRY COON, OD filed 242 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across FAIRBANKS, Alaska. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

LARRY COON, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/10/2006

NPI 1881673853

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

242 6% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Alaska

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Alaska providers

Alaska providers

Optometrist share within Alaska

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

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.

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LARRY COON, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in FAIRBANKS, Alaska, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1881673853. 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.

LARRY COON, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 116 MINNIE ST, FAIRBANKS, AK, 99701, with a listed phone of (907) 456-7760. NPI 1881673853 was issued on 01/10/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what COON 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 242 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 76 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $111K 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.

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

116 MINNIE ST
FAIRBANKS, AK 99701

Provider Details

NPI 1881673853
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/10/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LARRY COON, 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.

EYE CLINIC OF FAIRBANKS INC
FAIRBANKS, AK

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

LARRY COON, OD — brand share 38.0%
Specialty average (est.)

38% brand-name claims vs 62% generic, on 242 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.

242
Total Claims
$111K
Total Drug Cost
76
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
499
Total Day Supply
14,121
Brand vs Generic
38% brand / 62% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$94K
Generic Drug Cost
$18K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.80
Gender Split
58% female / 42% 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
42
Travoprost
41
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
21
Xiidra
Lifitegrast
21
Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
15
Restasis
Cyclosporine
15
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
12

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

Optometrist Overview

How LARRY COON, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

LARRY COON, OD's 242 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Alaska

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LARRY COON, OD's specialty?
LARRY COON, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in FAIRBANKS, Alaska. Credentials: OD.
How much does LARRY COON, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LARRY COON, OD wrote 242 Medicare Part D claims totaling $111K in drug costs for 76 beneficiaries.
Where is LARRY COON, OD located?
LARRY COON, OD is located at 116 MINNIE ST, FAIRBANKS, AK, 99701. Phone: (907) 456-7760.
What is LARRY COON, OD's NPI number?
LARRY COON, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881673853, issued on 01/10/2006.
Does LARRY COON, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LARRY COON, OD's prescribing is 38% brand-name and 62% generic drugs by claim count, with $94K 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 LARRY COON, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LARRY COON, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Travoprost, Erythromycin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LARRY COON, OD accept Medicare?
LARRY COON, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 242 Part D claims and 76 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LARRY COON, OD's credentials?
LARRY COON, OD's NPI is 1881673853 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.

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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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