Joshua Metzger, O.D.
NPI 1174545487 · Optometrist · Muskegon, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Metzger, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Muskegon, MI (NPI 1174545487).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174545487
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 4901004319 (MI)
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
19 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
350 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 | 117 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 72 | $86 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 57 | $34 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 31 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 30 | $58 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 28 | $139 |
| Imaging of Retina |
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 | 159 | 53 |
| Fluorometholone | 46 | 36 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 37 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 29 | 29 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 22 | 11 |
| Timolol Maleate | 20 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$117 across 6 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
- 2006-07-24
- Last updated
- 2020-10-12
- Certified
- 2020-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Metzger's NPI number?
- Joshua Metzger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174545487, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Metzger's specialty?
- Joshua Metzger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Joshua Metzger located?
- Joshua Metzger's practice location on file with NPPES is 1266 E Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49444-1847.
- What is Joshua Metzger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Metzger is (231) 739-9009.
- Does Joshua Metzger accept Medicare?
- Joshua Metzger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Metzger's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Metzger's NPI (1174545487) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.