2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1164509071 O.D.
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STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.

Optometrist in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri. 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
220
Medicare Part D claims · 47 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
41%
generic claims · 59% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. filed 220 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri, prescribing 41% generic.

220
Part D claims, 2023
41%
generic prescribing

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STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

220 49th percentile higher than 49% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 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 GRONDALSKI, O.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/01/2006

NPI 1164509071

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

220 14% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Optometrist share within Missouri

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

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 GRONDALSKI, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1164509071. 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 GRONDALSKI, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 915 N GRAND BLVD, SAINT LOUIS, MO, 63106, with a listed phone of (314) 652-4100. NPI 1164509071 was issued on 11/01/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GRONDALSKI 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 220 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 47 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $13K in drug spend, split 59% brand-name and 41% 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

915 N GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63106

Provider Details

NPI 1164509071
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 11/01/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. — brand share 59.0%
Specialty average (est.)

59% brand-name claims vs 41% generic, on 220 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.

220
Total Claims
$13K
Total Drug Cost
47
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
244
Total Day Supply
6,513
Brand vs Generic
59% brand / 41% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$10K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.91
Gender Split
74% female / 26% 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
105
Brimonidine Tartrate
25
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
25
Rocklatan
Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprost
12

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

Optometrist Overview

How STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s 220 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Missouri

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s specialty?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri. Credentials: O.D..
How much does STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. wrote 220 Medicare Part D claims totaling $13K in drug costs for 47 beneficiaries.
Where is STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. located?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. is located at 915 N GRAND BLVD, SAINT LOUIS, MO, 63106. Phone: (314) 652-4100.
What is STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s NPI number?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164509071, issued on 11/01/2006.
Does STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s prescribing is 59% brand-name and 41% generic drugs by claim count, with $10K 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 GRONDALSKI, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate, Dorzolamide-Timolol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. accept Medicare?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 220 Part D claims and 47 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s credentials?
STEVEN GRONDALSKI, O.D.'s NPI is 1164509071 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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