2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1841578119 O.D.
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RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.

Optometrist in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. 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
192
Medicare Part D claims · 60 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
65%
generic claims · 35% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 192 claims across 60 beneficiaries — 35% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. filed 192 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/03/2011

NPI 1841578119

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

192 25% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in New Mexico

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among New Mexico providers

New Mexico providers

Optometrist share within New Mexico

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

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.

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RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1841578119. 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.

RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 3701 EUBANK BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87111, with a listed phone of (505) 298-2020. NPI 1841578119 was issued on 08/03/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CLAIBORNE 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 192 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 60 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 35% brand-name and 65% 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

3701 EUBANK BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87111

Provider Details

NPI 1841578119
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/03/2011

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where RICHARD CLAIBORNE, 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.

KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN OF THE NORTHWEST
VANCOUVER, WA

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

RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. — brand share 35.0%
Specialty average (est.)

35% brand-name claims vs 65% generic, on 192 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.

192
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
60
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
279
Total Day Supply
7,615
Brand vs Generic
35% brand / 65% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$9K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.01
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
63
Cyclosporine
47
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
13
Olopatadine Hcl
12
Timolol Maleate
12

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

Optometrist Overview

How RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s 192 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in New Mexico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Mexico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CLAIBORNE.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s specialty?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. Credentials: O.D..
How much does RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. wrote 192 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 60 beneficiaries.
Where is RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. located?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. is located at 3701 EUBANK BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87111. Phone: (505) 298-2020.
What is RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s NPI number?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841578119, issued on 08/03/2011.
Does RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s prescribing is 35% brand-name and 65% generic drugs by claim count, with $9K 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 RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Cyclosporine, Dorzolamide-Timolol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. accept Medicare?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 192 Part D claims and 60 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s credentials?
RICHARD CLAIBORNE, O.D.'s NPI is 1841578119 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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