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MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.

Optometrist in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee. 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
298
Medicare Part D claims · 85 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
57%
generic claims · 43% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 298 claims across 85 beneficiaries — 43% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. filed 298 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across KNOXVILLE, Tennessee. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 12/14/2006

NPI 1659433035

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

298 16% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Tennessee

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers

Tennessee providers

Optometrist share within Tennessee

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

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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MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1659433035. 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.

MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 4722 WESTERN AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN, 37921, with a listed phone of (865) 588-1886. NPI 1659433035 was issued on 12/14/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ALLEE 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 298 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 85 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $52K in drug spend, split 43% brand-name and 57% 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

4722 WESTERN AVE
KNOXVILLE, TN 37921

Provider Details

NPI 1659433035
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 12/14/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. 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.

MICHAEL B. ALLEE OD PC
KNOXVILLE, TN

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

MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. — brand share 43.0%
Specialty average (est.)

43% brand-name claims vs 57% generic, on 298 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.

298
Total Claims
$52K
Total Drug Cost
85
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
535
Total Day Supply
14,930
Brand vs Generic
43% brand / 57% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$47K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.35
Gender Split
66% female / 34% 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
89
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
48
Brimonidine Tartrate
37
Timolol Maleate
25
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
18
Bimatoprost
12

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

Optometrist Overview

How MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s 298 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Tennessee

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s specialty?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee. Credentials: O.D..
How much does MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. wrote 298 Medicare Part D claims totaling $52K in drug costs for 85 beneficiaries.
Where is MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. located?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. is located at 4722 WESTERN AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN, 37921. Phone: (865) 588-1886.
What is MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s NPI number?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659433035, issued on 12/14/2006.
Does MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s prescribing is 43% brand-name and 57% generic drugs by claim count, with $47K 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 MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Lumigan, Brimonidine Tartrate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. accept Medicare?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 298 Part D claims and 85 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s credentials?
MICHAEL ALLEE, O.D.'s NPI is 1659433035 with credentials O.D.. 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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