Richard Carlson, OD
NPI 1073515938 · Optometrist · Valparaiso, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Carlson, OD is a Optometrist provider in Valparaiso, IN (NPI 1073515938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073515938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 046009441 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
847 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 429 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 107 | $84 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 84 | $34 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 70 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 47 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 43 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 262 | 56 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 88 | 20 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 46 | 12 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 44 | 28 |
| Acyclovir | 42 | 11 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 20 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$113 across 5 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1003 S Edgewood DrKnox, IN 46534-8226Phone: (574) 772-2012Fax: (574) 772-2221
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-11
- Last updated
- 2024-11-20
- Certified
- 2024-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Carlson's NPI number?
- Richard Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073515938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Carlson's specialty?
- Richard Carlson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Richard Carlson located?
- Richard Carlson's practice location on file with NPPES is 851 Eastport Centre Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383-2909.
- What is Richard Carlson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Carlson is (219) 464-8223.
- Does Richard Carlson accept Medicare?
- Richard Carlson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Carlson's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Carlson's NPI (1073515938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.