2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1962926956 OD
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MARIO CRUZ, OD

Optometrist in DILLINGHAM, 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
417
Medicare Part D claims · 95 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
50%
generic claims · 50% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MARIO CRUZ, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in DILLINGHAM, Alaska with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 417 claims across 95 beneficiaries — 50% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MARIO CRUZ, OD filed 417 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across DILLINGHAM, Alaska. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MARIO CRUZ, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/01/2017

NPI 1962926956

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

417 62% 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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MARIO CRUZ, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in DILLINGHAM, Alaska, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1962926956. 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.

MARIO CRUZ, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 6000 KANAKANAK, DILLINGHAM, AK, 99576, with a listed phone of (907) 842-5201. NPI 1962926956 was issued on 08/01/2017. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CRUZ 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 417 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 95 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $60K in drug spend, split 50% brand-name and 50% 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

6000 KANAKANAK
DILLINGHAM, AK 99576

Provider Details

NPI 1962926956
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/01/2017

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MARIO CRUZ, 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.

HOMER EYECARE LLC
HOMER, 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 · Brand-heavy

MARIO CRUZ, OD — brand share 50.0%
Specialty average (est.)

50% brand-name claims vs 50% generic, on 417 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.

417
Total Claims
$60K
Total Drug Cost
95
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
606
Total Day Supply
16,545
Brand vs Generic
50% brand / 50% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$50K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.00
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
119
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
42
Restasis
Cyclosporine
32
Timolol Maleate
31
Prednisolone Acetate
18
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
17
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
11
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
11
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
11

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

Optometrist Overview

How MARIO CRUZ, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

MARIO CRUZ, OD's 417 claims are above 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 CRUZ.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MARIO CRUZ, OD's specialty?
MARIO CRUZ, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in DILLINGHAM, Alaska. Credentials: OD.
How much does MARIO CRUZ, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MARIO CRUZ, OD wrote 417 Medicare Part D claims totaling $60K in drug costs for 95 beneficiaries.
Where is MARIO CRUZ, OD located?
MARIO CRUZ, OD is located at 6000 KANAKANAK, DILLINGHAM, AK, 99576. Phone: (907) 842-5201.
What is MARIO CRUZ, OD's NPI number?
MARIO CRUZ, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962926956, issued on 08/01/2017.
Does MARIO CRUZ, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MARIO CRUZ, OD's prescribing is 50% brand-name and 50% generic drugs by claim count, with $50K 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 MARIO CRUZ, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MARIO CRUZ, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Dorzolamide-Timolol, Restasis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MARIO CRUZ, OD accept Medicare?
MARIO CRUZ, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 417 Part D claims and 95 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MARIO CRUZ, OD's credentials?
MARIO CRUZ, OD's NPI is 1962926956 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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