2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1518072602 OD
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STEVEN LORD, OD

Optometrist in HAMPDEN, Maine. 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
468
Medicare Part D claims · 94 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
78%
generic claims · 22% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: STEVEN LORD, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in HAMPDEN, Maine with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 468 claims across 94 beneficiaries — 22% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: STEVEN LORD, OD filed 468 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across HAMPDEN, Maine. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

STEVEN LORD, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/20/2006

NPI 1518072602

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

468 82% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Optometrist share within Maine

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

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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STEVEN LORD, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in HAMPDEN, Maine, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1518072602. 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 LORD, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 50 MAIN RD N, HAMPDEN, ME, 04444, with a listed phone of (207) 862-6169. NPI 1518072602 was issued on 08/20/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LORD 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 468 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 94 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $59K in drug spend, split 22% brand-name and 78% 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

50 MAIN RD N
HAMPDEN, ME 04444

Provider Details

NPI 1518072602
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/20/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

STEVEN LORD, OD — brand share 22.0%
Specialty average (est.)

22% brand-name claims vs 78% generic, on 468 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.

468
Total Claims
$59K
Total Drug Cost
94
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
708
Total Day Supply
19,390
Brand vs Generic
22% brand / 78% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$36K
Generic Drug Cost
$23K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.09
Gender Split
59% female / 41% 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
192
Timolol Maleate
40
Dorzolamide Hcl
34
Travoprost
34
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
30
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
23
Cyclosporine
14
Brinzolamide
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How STEVEN LORD, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

STEVEN LORD, OD's 468 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Maine

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN LORD, OD's specialty?
STEVEN LORD, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in HAMPDEN, Maine. Credentials: OD.
How much does STEVEN LORD, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN LORD, OD wrote 468 Medicare Part D claims totaling $59K in drug costs for 94 beneficiaries.
Where is STEVEN LORD, OD located?
STEVEN LORD, OD is located at 50 MAIN RD N, HAMPDEN, ME, 04444. Phone: (207) 862-6169.
What is STEVEN LORD, OD's NPI number?
STEVEN LORD, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518072602, issued on 08/20/2006.
Does STEVEN LORD, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEVEN LORD, OD's prescribing is 22% brand-name and 78% generic drugs by claim count, with $36K 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 LORD, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN LORD, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Timolol Maleate, Dorzolamide Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN LORD, OD accept Medicare?
STEVEN LORD, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 468 Part D claims and 94 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN LORD, OD's credentials?
STEVEN LORD, OD's NPI is 1518072602 with credentials OD. 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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