2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1174721864 M.D.
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TARA CRONIN, M.D.

Ophthalmology Physician in WATERBURY, Connecticut. 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
171
Medicare Part D claims · 91 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
63%
generic claims · 37% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
89.3965/100
▲ 6 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: TARA CRONIN, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in WATERBURY, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 171 claims across 91 beneficiaries — 37% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.3965/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: TARA CRONIN, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 89.3965 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 171 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)

TARA CRONIN, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

TARA CRONIN, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/05/2007

NPI 1174721864

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

171 88% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

89.3965/100 6.296500000000009% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Connecticut

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
89.3965/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 89.3965/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%89.4%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 89.3965/100 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).

TARA CRONIN, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in WATERBURY, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1174721864. 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.

TARA CRONIN, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 1201 W MAIN ST, WATERBURY, CT, 06708, with a listed phone of (203) 573-4885. NPI 1174721864 was issued on 07/05/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CRONIN 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 171 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 91 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $46K 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 89.3965/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100, Cost 64.655), 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

1201 W MAIN ST
WATERBURY, CT 06708

Provider Details

NPI 1174721864
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/05/2007

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

89.3965
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality
64.655
Cost

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where TARA CRONIN, M.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.

THE EYE CARE GROUP, P.C.
BRANFORD, CT

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

TARA CRONIN, M.D. — brand share 37.0%
Specialty average (est.)

37% brand-name claims vs 63% generic, on 171 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.

171
Total Claims
$46K
Total Drug Cost
91
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
241
Total Day Supply
6,033
Brand vs Generic
37% brand / 63% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$42K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.15
Gender Split
71% female / 29% 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
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
47
Restasis
Cyclosporine
15
Latanoprost
14
Simbrinza
Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart
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 TARA CRONIN, M.D. 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

TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s 171 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Connecticut

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s specialty?
TARA CRONIN, M.D. specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in WATERBURY, Connecticut. Credentials: M.D..
How much does TARA CRONIN, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, TARA CRONIN, M.D. wrote 171 Medicare Part D claims totaling $46K in drug costs for 91 beneficiaries.
What is TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
TARA CRONIN, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.3965/100 (Quality: 100, Cost: 64.655). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is TARA CRONIN, M.D. located?
TARA CRONIN, M.D. is located at 1201 W MAIN ST, WATERBURY, CT, 06708. Phone: (203) 573-4885.
What is TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s NPI number?
TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174721864, issued on 07/05/2007.
Does TARA CRONIN, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s prescribing is 37% brand-name and 63% generic drugs by claim count, with $42K 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 TARA CRONIN, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, Restasis, Latanoprost. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does TARA CRONIN, M.D. accept Medicare?
TARA CRONIN, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 171 Part D claims and 91 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s credentials?
TARA CRONIN, M.D.'s NPI is 1174721864 with credentials M.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.
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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