2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1538157532 MD
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STEVEN BENNETT, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in EDINA, 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
156
Medicare Part D claims · 54 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: STEVEN BENNETT, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in EDINA, Minnesota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 156 claims across 54 beneficiaries — 21% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: STEVEN BENNETT, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 156 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)

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

STEVEN BENNETT, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/12/2005

NPI 1538157532

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

156 89% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Minnesota

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

STEVEN BENNETT, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

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

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

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 100/100 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).

STEVEN BENNETT, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in EDINA, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1538157532. 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.

STEVEN BENNETT, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 3601 W 76TH ST STE 300, EDINA, MN, 55435, with a listed phone of (952) 929-1131. NPI 1538157532 was issued on 10/12/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BENNETT 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 156 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 54 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $6K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% 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 100/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 98.8234), 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

3601 W 76TH ST STE 300
EDINA, MN 55435

Provider Details

NPI 1538157532
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/12/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
98.8234
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

STEVEN BENNETT, MD — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 156 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.

156
Total Claims
$6K
Total Drug Cost
54
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
278
Total Day Supply
8,080
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$2K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
78.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.19
Gender Split
52% female / 48% 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
Ketorolac Tromethamine
25
Prednisolone Acetate
25
Timolol Maleate
22
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
13
Latanoprost
11

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How STEVEN BENNETT, 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

STEVEN BENNETT, MD's 156 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN BENNETT, MD's specialty?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in EDINA, Minnesota. Credentials: MD.
How much does STEVEN BENNETT, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN BENNETT, MD wrote 156 Medicare Part D claims totaling $6K in drug costs for 54 beneficiaries.
What is STEVEN BENNETT, MD's Medicare quality score?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (Quality: 98.8234). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is STEVEN BENNETT, MD located?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD is located at 3601 W 76TH ST STE 300, EDINA, MN, 55435. Phone: (952) 929-1131.
What is STEVEN BENNETT, MD's NPI number?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538157532, issued on 10/12/2005.
Does STEVEN BENNETT, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD's prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $2K 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 STEVEN BENNETT, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN BENNETT, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ketorolac Tromethamine, Prednisolone Acetate, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN BENNETT, MD accept Medicare?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 156 Part D claims and 54 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN BENNETT, MD's credentials?
STEVEN BENNETT, MD's NPI is 1538157532 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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