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WENDY GIBSON, O.D.

Optometrist in BENTON, Kentucky. 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
211
Medicare Part D claims · 59 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
55%
generic claims · 45% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

WENDY GIBSON, O.D. filed 211 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in BENTON, Kentucky, prescribing 55% generic.

211
Part D claims, 2023
55%
generic prescribing

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WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

211 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

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about WENDY GIBSON, O.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/21/2006

NPI 1649345190

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

211 18% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Optometrist share within Kentucky

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

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).

WENDY GIBSON, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in BENTON, Kentucky, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1649345190. 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.

WENDY GIBSON, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 1512 MAIN ST, BENTON, KY, 42025, with a listed phone of (270) 527-0951. NPI 1649345190 was issued on 11/21/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GIBSON 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 211 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 59 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $25K in drug spend, split 45% brand-name and 55% 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

1512 MAIN ST
BENTON, KY 42025

Provider Details

NPI 1649345190
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 11/21/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

WENDY GIBSON, O.D. — brand share 45.0%
Specialty average (est.)

45% brand-name claims vs 55% generic, on 211 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.

211
Total Claims
$25K
Total Drug Cost
59
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
424
Total Day Supply
12,418
Brand vs Generic
45% brand / 55% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$24K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.15
Gender Split
53% female / 47% 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
139
Brimonidine Tartrate
17

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

Optometrist Overview

How WENDY GIBSON, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

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

WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s 211 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Kentucky

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s specialty?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in BENTON, Kentucky. Credentials: O.D..
How much does WENDY GIBSON, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, WENDY GIBSON, O.D. wrote 211 Medicare Part D claims totaling $25K in drug costs for 59 beneficiaries.
Where is WENDY GIBSON, O.D. located?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D. is located at 1512 MAIN ST, BENTON, KY, 42025. Phone: (270) 527-0951.
What is WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s NPI number?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649345190, issued on 11/21/2006.
Does WENDY GIBSON, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s prescribing is 45% brand-name and 55% generic drugs by claim count, with $24K 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 WENDY GIBSON, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does WENDY GIBSON, O.D. accept Medicare?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 211 Part D claims and 59 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s credentials?
WENDY GIBSON, O.D.'s NPI is 1649345190 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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