2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1578963310 MD
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RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in BERLIN, Maryland. 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 628 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
62%
generic claims · 38% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
90.7238/100
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What the federal data reveals: RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in BERLIN, Maryland with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 628 beneficiaries — 38% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 90.7238/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 90.7238 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 2,464 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/29/2014

NPI 1578963310

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,464 74% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

90.7238/100 7.623800000000003% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Maryland

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within Maryland

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
90.7238/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 90.7238/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%90.7%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 90.7238/100 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.

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).

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in BERLIN, Maryland, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1578963310. 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.

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 9956 N MAIN ST UNIT 4, BERLIN, MD, 21811, with a listed phone of (443) 242-4070. NPI 1578963310 was issued on 08/29/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CLIFFORD 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 2,464 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 628 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $236K in drug spend, split 38% brand-name and 62% 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 90.7238/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100, Cost 69.0793), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 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

9956 N MAIN ST UNIT 4
BERLIN, MD 21811

Provider Details

NPI 1578963310
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/29/2014

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

90.7238
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality
69.0793
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD 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.

PENINSULA EYE CENTER PA
SALISBURY, MD

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

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD — brand share 38.0%
Specialty average (est.)

38% brand-name claims vs 62% generic, on 2,464 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.

2,464
Total Claims
$236K
Total Drug Cost
628
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,791
Total Day Supply
104,273
Brand vs Generic
38% brand / 62% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$182K
Generic Drug Cost
$54K
Antibiotic Claims
20

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.22
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 18, 65-74: 230, 75-84: 258, 85+: 122

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
429
Moxifloxacin
Moxifloxacin Hcl
366
Prednisolone Acetate
348
Ketorolac Tromethamine
321
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
193
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
117
Fluorometholone
115
Brimonidine Tartrate
68
Timolol Maleate
56
Dorzolamide Hcl
54

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's 2,464 claims are above the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Maryland

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

Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's specialty?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in BERLIN, Maryland. Credentials: MD.
How much does RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD wrote 2,464 Medicare Part D claims totaling $236K in drug costs for 628 beneficiaries.
What is RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's Medicare quality score?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 90.7238/100 (Quality: 100, Cost: 69.0793). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD located?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD is located at 9956 N MAIN ST UNIT 4, BERLIN, MD, 21811. Phone: (443) 242-4070.
What is RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's NPI number?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578963310, issued on 08/29/2014.
Does RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's prescribing is 38% brand-name and 62% generic drugs by claim count, with $182K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Moxifloxacin, Prednisolone Acetate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD accept Medicare?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,464 Part D claims and 628 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's credentials?
RAYMOND CLIFFORD, MD's NPI is 1578963310 with credentials MD. 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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