2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1396733143 OD
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MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD

Optometrist in SAINT CLOUD, Minnesota. 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
765
Medicare Part D claims · 180 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
73%
generic claims · 27% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
89.5504/100
▲ 6 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 89.5504/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 765 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

89.5504/100
MIPS score · +6 vs avg
765
Part D claims, 2023
73%
generic prescribing

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MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

90 Top 42% higher than 58% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). This entry sits in this band. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/06/2005

NPI 1396733143

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

765 198% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

MIPS final score

89.5504/100 6.450400000000002% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Optometrist share within Minnesota

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Optometrist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
89.5504/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 89.5504/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%89.6%
MIPS final score (Optometrist) — 89.5504/100 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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MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in SAINT CLOUD, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1396733143. 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.

MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 2055 15TH ST N, SAINT CLOUD, MN, 56303, with a listed phone of (320) 251-1432. NPI 1396733143 was issued on 10/06/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what HARSTAD 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 765 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 180 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $59K in drug spend, split 27% brand-name and 73% 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 89.5504/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100, Cost 65.168), 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

2055 15TH ST N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303

Provider Details

NPI 1396733143
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/06/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

89.5504
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality
65.168
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MITCHELL HARSTAD, 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.

ST CLOUD EYE CLINIC PA
SAINT CLOUD, MN

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

MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD — brand share 27.0%
Specialty average (est.)

27% brand-name claims vs 73% generic, on 765 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.

765
Total Claims
$59K
Total Drug Cost
180
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,251
Total Day Supply
35,882
Brand vs Generic
27% brand / 73% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$40K
Generic Drug Cost
$19K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.08
Gender Split
67% female / 33% 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
358
Timolol Maleate
146
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
49
Brimonidine Tartrate
28
Travoprost
22
Prednisolone Acetate
21
Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
16
Cyclosporine
14
Simbrinza
Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart
14
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's 765 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's specialty?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in SAINT CLOUD, Minnesota. Credentials: OD.
How much does MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD wrote 765 Medicare Part D claims totaling $59K in drug costs for 180 beneficiaries.
What is MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's Medicare quality score?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.5504/100 (Quality: 100, Cost: 65.168). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD located?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD is located at 2055 15TH ST N, SAINT CLOUD, MN, 56303. Phone: (320) 251-1432.
What is MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's NPI number?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396733143, issued on 10/06/2005.
Does MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's prescribing is 27% brand-name and 73% generic drugs by claim count, with $40K 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 MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate, Dorzolamide-Timolol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD accept Medicare?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 765 Part D claims and 180 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's credentials?
MITCHELL HARSTAD, OD's NPI is 1396733143 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.

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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