Gary Upchurch, OD
NPI 1265433478 · Optometrist · Albany, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Upchurch, OD is a Optometrist provider in Albany, KY (NPI 1265433478).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265433478
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OD2197 (TN)
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
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,223 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 2,231 | $1 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 271 | $80 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 237 | $114 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 164 | $57 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 135 | $35 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 77 | $30 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 307 | 63 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 184 | 42 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 36 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 20 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 18 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 16 | 16 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 15 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 546 Steve DrRussell Springs, KY 42642-4601Phone: (270) 866-3177Fax: (270) 866-3155
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-10
- Last updated
- 2019-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Upchurch's NPI number?
- Gary Upchurch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265433478, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Upchurch's specialty?
- Gary Upchurch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Gary Upchurch located?
- Gary Upchurch's practice location on file with NPPES is 127 Foothills Ave Ste 3, Albany, KY 42602-1037.
- What is Gary Upchurch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Upchurch is (606) 387-5612.
- Does Gary Upchurch accept Medicare?
- Gary Upchurch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Upchurch's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Upchurch's NPI (1265433478) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.