Brian Faust, O.D.
NPI 1144486168 · Optometrist · South Bend, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Faust, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in South Bend, IN (NPI 1144486168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144486168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 18003536A (IN)
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
17 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
1,538 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 322 | $119 |
| Analysis of Substance Using Immunoassay Technique, Multiple Step Method83516 | 158 | $11 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 158 | $22 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 156 | $96 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 152 | $34 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 123 | $58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 63 | 15 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 49 | 34 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 40 | 15 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 24 | 21 |
| Tafluprost/Pfbrand: Tafluprost | 21 | — |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 19 | 15 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$32 across 2 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
- 2008-07-29
- Last updated
- 2018-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Faust's NPI number?
- Brian Faust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144486168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Faust's specialty?
- Brian Faust is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Brian Faust located?
- Brian Faust's practice location on file with NPPES is 220 N Ironwood Dr, South Bend, IN 46615.
- What is Brian Faust's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Faust is (574) 289-3937.
- Does Brian Faust accept Medicare?
- Brian Faust is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Faust's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Faust's NPI (1144486168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.