2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1861747305 OD
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TYLER BAARS, OD

Optometrist in MPLS, Minnesota. 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
12
Medicare Part D claims · Optometrist avg: 257
What the federal data reveals: TYLER BAARS, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in MPLS, Minnesota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 12 claims .

What stands out: TYLER BAARS, OD filed 12 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MPLS, Minnesota. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

TYLER BAARS, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/20/2012

NPI 1861747305

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

12 95% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Optometrist share within Minnesota

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

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).

TYLER BAARS, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in MPLS, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1861747305. 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.

TYLER BAARS, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 2405 HENNEPIN AVE, MPLS, MN, 55405, with a listed phone of (612) 584-4142. NPI 1861747305 was issued on 07/20/2012. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BAARS 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 12 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4K in drug spend. 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

2405 HENNEPIN AVE
MPLS, MN 55405

Provider Details

NPI 1861747305
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/20/2012

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where TYLER BAARS, OD 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.

SPECTACLE SHOPPE INC
NEW BRIGHTON, MN

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

12
Total Claims
$4K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
22
Total Day Supply
648

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.37

Optometrist Overview

How TYLER BAARS, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

TYLER BAARS, OD's 12 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TYLER BAARS, OD's specialty?
TYLER BAARS, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in MPLS, Minnesota. Credentials: OD.
How much does TYLER BAARS, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, TYLER BAARS, OD wrote 12 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is TYLER BAARS, OD located?
TYLER BAARS, OD is located at 2405 HENNEPIN AVE, MPLS, MN, 55405. Phone: (612) 584-4142.
What is TYLER BAARS, OD's NPI number?
TYLER BAARS, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861747305, issued on 07/20/2012.
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.
Does TYLER BAARS, OD accept Medicare?
TYLER BAARS, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 12 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify TYLER BAARS, OD's credentials?
TYLER BAARS, OD's NPI is 1861747305 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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