2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1326083866 MD
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LEAH LAXSON, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. 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
593
Medicare Part D claims · 147 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
94.1061/100
▲ 11 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: LEAH LAXSON, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in MORGANTOWN, West Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 593 claims across 147 beneficiaries — 21% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 94.1061/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: LEAH LAXSON, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 94.1061 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 593 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

LEAH LAXSON, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 3 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

LEAH LAXSON, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/18/2006

NPI 1326083866

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

593 58% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

94.1061/100 11.006100000000004% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in West Virginia

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among West Virginia providers

West Virginia providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within West Virginia

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within West Virginia

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

LEAH LAXSON, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
94.1061/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 94.1061/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%94.1%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 94.1061/100 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.

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).

LEAH LAXSON, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1326083866. 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.

LEAH LAXSON, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, MORGANTOWN, WV, 26506, with a listed phone of (304) 598-4820. NPI 1326083866 was issued on 06/18/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LAXSON 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 593 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 147 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $33K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% 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 94.1061/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 78.4655), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 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

1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506

Provider Details

NPI 1326083866
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/18/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

94.1061
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
78.4655
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LEAH LAXSON, MD 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.

ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL OF BUCKHANNON INC
BUCKHANNON, WV
UNITED HOSPITAL CENTER INC
BRIDGEPORT, WV
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CORPORATION
MORGANTOWN, WV

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 · Typical

LEAH LAXSON, MD — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 593 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.

593
Total Claims
$33K
Total Drug Cost
147
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
860
Total Day Supply
23,466
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$22K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.13
Gender Split
65% female / 35% male
Age Distribution
<65: 14, 65-74: 46, 75-84: 59, 85+: 28

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
121
Brimonidine Tartrate
97
Ketorolac Tromethamine
77
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
63
Timolol Maleate
47
Dorzolamide Hcl
35
Prednisolone Acetate
34
Alphagan P
Brimonidine Tartrate
27
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
23
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
14

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How LEAH LAXSON, MD fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

LEAH LAXSON, MD's 593 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in West Virginia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in West Virginia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as LAXSON.

Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LEAH LAXSON, MD's specialty?
LEAH LAXSON, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. Credentials: MD.
How much does LEAH LAXSON, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LEAH LAXSON, MD wrote 593 Medicare Part D claims totaling $33K in drug costs for 147 beneficiaries.
What is LEAH LAXSON, MD's Medicare quality score?
LEAH LAXSON, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 94.1061/100 (Quality: 78.4655). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is LEAH LAXSON, MD located?
LEAH LAXSON, MD is located at 1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, MORGANTOWN, WV, 26506. Phone: (304) 598-4820.
What is LEAH LAXSON, MD's NPI number?
LEAH LAXSON, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326083866, issued on 06/18/2006.
Does LEAH LAXSON, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LEAH LAXSON, MD's prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $22K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does LEAH LAXSON, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LEAH LAXSON, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate, Ketorolac Tromethamine. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LEAH LAXSON, MD accept Medicare?
LEAH LAXSON, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 593 Part D claims and 147 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LEAH LAXSON, MD's credentials?
LEAH LAXSON, MD's NPI is 1326083866 with credentials MD. 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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