Robert Simons, O.D.
NPI 1205255486 · Optometrist · Helena, MT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Simons, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Helena, MT (NPI 1205255486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205255486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1929 (MT)
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
12 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
943 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 | 258 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 225 | $89 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 114 | $39 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 71 | $105 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 62 | $62 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 55 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 60 | 19 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 48 | 40 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 44 | 39 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 21 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 19 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 17 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$213 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
- 2014-04-15
- Last updated
- 2014-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Simons's NPI number?
- Robert Simons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205255486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Simons's specialty?
- Robert Simons is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Robert Simons located?
- Robert Simons's practice location on file with NPPES is 550 N Montana Ave, Helena, MT 59601-3815.
- What is Robert Simons's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Simons is (406) 443-2121.
- Does Robert Simons accept Medicare?
- Robert Simons is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Simons's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Simons's NPI (1205255486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.