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ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.

Optometrist in BIG STONE GAP, Virginia. 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
541
Medicare Part D claims · 151 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
63%
generic claims · 37% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in BIG STONE GAP, Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 541 claims across 151 beneficiaries — 37% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. filed 541 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BIG STONE GAP, Virginia. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/05/2007

NPI 1649309691

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

541 111% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Virginia

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Virginia providers

Virginia providers

Optometrist share within Virginia

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

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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ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in BIG STONE GAP, Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1649309691. 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.

ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 606 POWELL AVE E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 24219, with a listed phone of (276) 523-4414. NPI 1649309691 was issued on 03/05/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BOTTS 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 541 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 151 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $79K in drug spend, split 37% brand-name and 63% 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

606 POWELL AVE E
BIG STONE GAP, VA 24219

Provider Details

NPI 1649309691
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/05/2007

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ROBERT BOTTS, 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.

DRS. BOTTS AND BOTTS, OPTOMETRISTS PC
BIG STONE GAP, VA

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

ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. — brand share 37.0%
Specialty average (est.)

37% brand-name claims vs 63% generic, on 541 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.

541
Total Claims
$79K
Total Drug Cost
151
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
786
Total Day Supply
21,453
Brand vs Generic
37% brand / 63% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$68K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.38
Gender Split
66% female / 34% male
Age Distribution
<65: 35, 65-74: 51, 75-84: 44, 85+: 21

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
131
Azelastine Hcl
100
Alphagan P
Brimonidine Tartrate
35
Restasis
Cyclosporine
34
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
30
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
21
Ofloxacin
18
Fluorometholone
16
Timolol Maleate
13
Besivance
Besifloxacin Hcl
11

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

Optometrist Overview

How ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s 541 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Virginia

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s specialty?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in BIG STONE GAP, Virginia. Credentials: O.D..
How much does ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. wrote 541 Medicare Part D claims totaling $79K in drug costs for 151 beneficiaries.
Where is ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. located?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. is located at 606 POWELL AVE E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 24219. Phone: (276) 523-4414.
What is ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s NPI number?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649309691, issued on 03/05/2007.
Does ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s prescribing is 37% brand-name and 63% generic drugs by claim count, with $68K 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 ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Azelastine Hcl, Alphagan P. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. accept Medicare?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 541 Part D claims and 151 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s credentials?
ROBERT BOTTS, O.D.'s NPI is 1649309691 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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