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NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.

Optometrist in RANDOM LAKE, Wisconsin. 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
83
Medicare Part D claims · 13 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
69%
generic claims · 31% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in RANDOM LAKE, Wisconsin with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 83 claims across 13 beneficiaries — 31% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. filed 83 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across RANDOM LAKE, Wisconsin. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/30/2006

NPI 1801906102

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

83 68% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Optometrist share within Wisconsin

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

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

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NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in RANDOM LAKE, Wisconsin, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1801906102. 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.

NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 675 WOLF RD, RANDOM LAKE, WI, 53075, with a listed phone of (920) 994-8500. NPI 1801906102 was issued on 08/30/2006. 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 83 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 13 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $6K in drug spend, split 31% brand-name and 69% 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

675 WOLF RD
RANDOM LAKE, WI 53075

Provider Details

NPI 1801906102
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/30/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. — brand share 31.0%
Specialty average (est.)

31% brand-name claims vs 69% generic, on 83 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.

83
Total Claims
$6K
Total Drug Cost
13
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
139
Total Day Supply
4,029
Brand vs Generic
31% brand / 69% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$5K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
78.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.97
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: N/A, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

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
54
Timolol Maleate
21

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

Optometrist Overview

How NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s 83 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Wisconsin

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s specialty?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in RANDOM LAKE, Wisconsin. Credentials: O.D..
How much does NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. wrote 83 Medicare Part D claims totaling $6K in drug costs for 13 beneficiaries.
Where is NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. located?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. is located at 675 WOLF RD, RANDOM LAKE, WI, 53075. Phone: (920) 994-8500.
What is NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s NPI number?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801906102, issued on 08/30/2006.
Does NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s prescribing is 31% brand-name and 69% generic drugs by claim count, with $5K 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 NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. accept Medicare?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 83 Part D claims and 13 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s credentials?
NICHOLE CRUZ, O.D.'s NPI is 1801906102 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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