2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1033134374 OD
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TODD METZGER, OD

Optometrist in FARGO, North Dakota. 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
821
Medicare Part D claims · 178 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
59%
generic claims · 41% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: TODD METZGER, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in FARGO, North Dakota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 821 claims across 178 beneficiaries — 41% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

TODD METZGER, OD filed 821 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in FARGO, North Dakota, prescribing 59% generic.

821
Part D claims, 2023
59%
generic prescribing

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TODD METZGER, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/13/2006

NPI 1033134374

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

821 219% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in North Dakota

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers

North Dakota providers

Optometrist share within North Dakota

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

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).

TODD METZGER, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in FARGO, North Dakota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1033134374. 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.

TODD METZGER, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, FARGO, ND, 58103, with a listed phone of (701) 364-3300. NPI 1033134374 was issued on 07/13/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what METZGER 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 821 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 178 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $109K in drug spend, split 41% brand-name and 59% 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

1702 UNIVERSITY DR S
FARGO, ND 58103

Provider Details

NPI 1033134374
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/13/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

TODD METZGER, OD — brand share 41.0%
Specialty average (est.)

41% brand-name claims vs 59% generic, on 821 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.

821
Total Claims
$109K
Total Drug Cost
178
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,306
Total Day Supply
36,246
Brand vs Generic
41% brand / 59% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$95K
Generic Drug Cost
$14K
Antibiotic Claims
22

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.18
Gender Split
66% female / 34% male
Age Distribution
<65: 13, 65-74: 83, 75-84: 52, 85+: 30

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
418
Restasis
Cyclosporine
82
Timolol Maleate
58
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
53
Travoprost
38
Prednisolone Acetate
32
Doxycycline Monohydrate
17
Brimonidine Tartrate
14
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
14
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
13

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

Optometrist Overview

How TODD METZGER, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

TODD METZGER, OD's 821 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in North Dakota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Dakota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as METZGER.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TODD METZGER, OD's specialty?
TODD METZGER, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in FARGO, North Dakota. Credentials: OD.
How much does TODD METZGER, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, TODD METZGER, OD wrote 821 Medicare Part D claims totaling $109K in drug costs for 178 beneficiaries.
Where is TODD METZGER, OD located?
TODD METZGER, OD is located at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, FARGO, ND, 58103. Phone: (701) 364-3300.
What is TODD METZGER, OD's NPI number?
TODD METZGER, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033134374, issued on 07/13/2006.
Does TODD METZGER, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
TODD METZGER, OD's prescribing is 41% brand-name and 59% generic drugs by claim count, with $95K 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 TODD METZGER, OD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, TODD METZGER, OD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Restasis, Timolol Maleate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does TODD METZGER, OD accept Medicare?
TODD METZGER, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 821 Part D claims and 178 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify TODD METZGER, OD's credentials?
TODD METZGER, OD's NPI is 1033134374 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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