2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1235339953 O.D.
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PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.

Optometrist in GRAND RAPIDS, 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
63
Medicare Part D claims · 17 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
76%
generic claims · 24% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in GRAND RAPIDS, Minnesota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 63 claims across 17 beneficiaries — 24% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. filed 63 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in GRAND RAPIDS, Minnesota, prescribing 76% generic.

63
Part D claims, 2023
76%
generic prescribing

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PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/20/2007

NPI 1235339953

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

63 75% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

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

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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in GRAND RAPIDS, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1235339953. 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 DUBBELS, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 710 S POKEGAMA AVE, GRAND RAPIDS, MN, 55744, with a listed phone of (218) 326-1775. NPI 1235339953 was issued on 07/20/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DUBBELS 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 63 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 17 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 24% brand-name and 76% 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

710 S POKEGAMA AVE
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744

Provider Details

NPI 1235339953
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/20/2007

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where PAUL DUBBELS, 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.

SHOPTIKAL LLC
AUSTIN, 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 · Typical

PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. — brand share 24.0%
Specialty average (est.)

24% brand-name claims vs 76% generic, on 63 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.

63
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
17
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
128
Total Day Supply
3,690
Brand vs Generic
24% brand / 76% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.94

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
23
Timolol Maleate
23

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

Optometrist Overview

How PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s 63 claims are below 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 DUBBELS.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s specialty?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in GRAND RAPIDS, Minnesota. Credentials: O.D..
How much does PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. wrote 63 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 17 beneficiaries.
Where is PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. located?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. is located at 710 S POKEGAMA AVE, GRAND RAPIDS, MN, 55744. Phone: (218) 326-1775.
What is PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s NPI number?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235339953, issued on 07/20/2007.
Does PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s prescribing is 24% brand-name and 76% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K 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 DUBBELS, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PAUL DUBBELS, 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 PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. accept Medicare?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 63 Part D claims and 17 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s credentials?
PAUL DUBBELS, O.D.'s NPI is 1235339953 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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