Michael Head, O.D.
NPI 1174873574 · Optometrist · Hurst, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Head, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Hurst, TX (NPI 1174873574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174873574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 8069TG (TX)
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
13 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
2,843 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 664 | $38 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 627 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 443 | $132 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 261 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 252 | $94 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 212 | $42 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 854 | 268 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 268 | 80 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 199 | 123 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 172 | 56 |
| Timolol Maleate | 125 | 42 |
| Travoprost | 105 | 27 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 91 | 30 |
| Cyclosporine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$638 across 23 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
- 2012-09-12
- Last updated
- 2020-08-25
- Certified
- 2020-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Head's NPI number?
- Michael Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174873574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Head's specialty?
- Michael Head is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Michael Head located?
- Michael Head's practice location on file with NPPES is 1872 Norwood Dr, Hurst, TX 76054-3066.
- What is Michael Head's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Head is (817) 540-6060.
- Does Michael Head accept Medicare?
- Michael Head is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Head's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Head's NPI (1174873574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.