2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1811070667 OD
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PAUL COPPOLA, OD

Optometrist in WESTMINSTER, South Carolina. 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
578
Medicare Part D claims · 131 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
73%
generic claims · 27% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: PAUL COPPOLA, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in WESTMINSTER, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 578 claims across 131 beneficiaries — 27% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: PAUL COPPOLA, OD filed 578 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WESTMINSTER, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

PAUL COPPOLA, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/23/2006

NPI 1811070667

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

578 125% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Optometrist share within South Carolina

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

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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PAUL COPPOLA, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in WESTMINSTER, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1811070667. 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.

PAUL COPPOLA, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 111 RETREAT ST, WESTMINSTER, SC, 29693, with a listed phone of (864) 647-5076. NPI 1811070667 was issued on 10/23/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what COPPOLA 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 578 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 131 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $58K 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.

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

111 RETREAT ST
WESTMINSTER, SC 29693

Provider Details

NPI 1811070667
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/23/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

PAUL COPPOLA, OD — brand share 27.0%
Specialty average (est.)

27% brand-name claims vs 73% generic, on 578 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.

578
Total Claims
$58K
Total Drug Cost
131
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
856
Total Day Supply
22,733
Brand vs Generic
27% brand / 73% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$51K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K
Antibiotic Claims
14

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.03
Gender Split
63% female / 37% 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
209
Timolol Maleate
171
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
58
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
32
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
26
Restasis
Cyclosporine
24
Loteprednol Etabonate
13
Xiidra
Lifitegrast
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How PAUL COPPOLA, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

PAUL COPPOLA, OD's 578 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in South Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in South Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as COPPOLA.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAUL COPPOLA, OD's specialty?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in WESTMINSTER, South Carolina. Credentials: OD.
How much does PAUL COPPOLA, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PAUL COPPOLA, OD wrote 578 Medicare Part D claims totaling $58K in drug costs for 131 beneficiaries.
Where is PAUL COPPOLA, OD located?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD is located at 111 RETREAT ST, WESTMINSTER, SC, 29693. Phone: (864) 647-5076.
What is PAUL COPPOLA, OD's NPI number?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811070667, issued on 10/23/2006.
Does PAUL COPPOLA, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD's prescribing is 27% brand-name and 73% generic drugs by claim count, with $51K 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 PAUL COPPOLA, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PAUL COPPOLA, 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 PAUL COPPOLA, OD accept Medicare?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 578 Part D claims and 131 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PAUL COPPOLA, OD's credentials?
PAUL COPPOLA, OD's NPI is 1811070667 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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