Mark Helm, MD
NPI 1275643918 · Ophthalmology Physician · Steamboat Springs, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Helm, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Steamboat Springs, CO (NPI 1275643918).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275643918
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 30453 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,206 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 | 388 | $128 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 194 | $41 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 110 | $90 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 104 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 103 | $65 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 98 | $536 |
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 | 213 | 57 |
| Timolol Maleate | 102 | 26 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 42 | 11 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 27 | 22 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 24 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 15 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$26 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Helm's NPI number?
- Mark Helm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275643918, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Helm's specialty?
- Mark Helm is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Helm located?
- Mark Helm's practice location on file with NPPES is 505 Anglers Dr, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487-8836.
- What is Mark Helm's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Helm is (970) 879-3750.
- Does Mark Helm accept Medicare?
- Mark Helm is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Helm's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Helm's NPI (1275643918) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.