2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1285661025
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STEVEN CROCE

Optometrist in LINCOLN, Rhode Island. 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
126
Medicare Part D claims · 43 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
56%
generic claims · 44% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

STEVEN CROCE filed 126 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in LINCOLN, Rhode Island, prescribing 56% generic.

126
Part D claims, 2023
56%
generic prescribing

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STEVEN CROCE's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

126 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about STEVEN CROCE?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/27/2006

NPI 1285661025

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

126 51% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Rhode Island

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Rhode Island providers

Rhode Island providers

Optometrist share within Rhode Island

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

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).

STEVEN CROCE is a Optometrist provider practicing in LINCOLN, Rhode Island, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). NPI: 1285661025. 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 CROCE appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider at 622 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY, LINCOLN, RI, 02865, with a listed phone of (401) 333-0550. NPI 1285661025 was issued on 06/27/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CROCE 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 126 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 43 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $32K in drug spend, split 44% brand-name and 56% 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

622 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY
LINCOLN, RI 02865

Provider Details

NPI 1285661025
Specialty Optometrist
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/27/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

STEVEN CROCE — brand share 44.0%
Specialty average (est.)

44% brand-name claims vs 56% generic, on 126 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.

126
Total Claims
$32K
Total Drug Cost
43
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
211
Total Day Supply
5,845
Brand vs Generic
44% brand / 56% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$29K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K
Antibiotic Claims
15

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.20
Gender Split
56% female / 44% 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
54
Bepreve
Bepotastine Besilate
12
Restasis
Cyclosporine
11

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

Optometrist Overview

How STEVEN CROCE fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

STEVEN CROCE's 126 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Rhode Island

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Rhode Island, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CROCE.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN CROCE's specialty?
STEVEN CROCE specializes in Optometrist and practices in LINCOLN, Rhode Island.
How much does STEVEN CROCE prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN CROCE wrote 126 Medicare Part D claims totaling $32K in drug costs for 43 beneficiaries.
Where is STEVEN CROCE located?
STEVEN CROCE is located at 622 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY, LINCOLN, RI, 02865. Phone: (401) 333-0550.
What is STEVEN CROCE's NPI number?
STEVEN CROCE's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285661025, issued on 06/27/2006.
Does STEVEN CROCE prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEVEN CROCE's prescribing is 44% brand-name and 56% generic drugs by claim count, with $29K 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 STEVEN CROCE prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN CROCE's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Bepreve, Restasis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN CROCE accept Medicare?
STEVEN CROCE appears in CMS Medicare data with 126 Part D claims and 43 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN CROCE's credentials?
STEVEN CROCE's NPI is 1285661025. 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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