Samantha Watson, M.D.
NPI 1043576382 · Ophthalmology Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samantha Watson, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1043576382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043576382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2016-00631 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,170 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 518 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 486 | $501 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 474 | $122 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 471 | $19 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 451 | $119 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 386 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 345 | 77 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 232 | 151 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 222 | 140 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 176 | 112 |
| Timolol Maleate | 152 | 32 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 143 | 29 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 83 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,030 across 42 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-11
- Last updated
- 2020-10-26
- Certified
- 2020-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samantha Watson's NPI number?
- Samantha Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043576382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samantha Watson's specialty?
- Samantha Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samantha Watson located?
- Samantha Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403-5345.
- What is Samantha Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samantha Watson is (910) 763-3601.
- Does Samantha Watson accept Medicare?
- Samantha Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samantha Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Samantha Watson's NPI (1043576382) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.