Ben Palmer, O.D.
NPI 1235463944 · Optometrist · Nipomo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ben Palmer, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Nipomo, CA (NPI 1235463944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235463944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 100188 (ID)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,389 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 278 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 245 | $96 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 163 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 121 | $135 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 100 | $39 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 99 | $160 |
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 | 141 | 32 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 37 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 20 | 15 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 19 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 18 | — |
| Travoprost | 18 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 16 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-09-28
- Last updated
- 2025-01-28
- Certified
- 2025-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ben Palmer's NPI number?
- Ben Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235463944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ben Palmer's specialty?
- Ben Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Ben Palmer located?
- Ben Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 150 S Mary Ave Ste 4, Nipomo, CA 93444-7821.
- What is Ben Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ben Palmer is (805) 929-1982.
- Does Ben Palmer accept Medicare?
- Ben Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ben Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Ben Palmer's NPI (1235463944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.