Damon Welch, M.D.
NPI 1316029382 · Ophthalmology Physician · Winter Haven, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Damon Welch, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Winter Haven, FL (NPI 1316029382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316029382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME98047 (FL)
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
20 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
5,329 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 675 | $124 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 673 | $514 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 476 | $32 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 463 | $59 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 329 | $33 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 266 | $26 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 612 | 189 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 312 | 206 |
| Timolol Maleate | 201 | 68 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 137 | 90 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 119 | 46 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 109 | 88 |
| Fluorometholone | 104 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$336 across 3 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
- 2006-10-19
- Last updated
- 2009-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Damon Welch's NPI number?
- Damon Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316029382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Damon Welch's specialty?
- Damon Welch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Damon Welch located?
- Damon Welch's practice location on file with NPPES is 407 Avenue K Se, Winter Haven, FL 33880-4126.
- What is Damon Welch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Damon Welch is (863) 294-3504.
- Does Damon Welch accept Medicare?
- Damon Welch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Damon Welch's NPI active?
- Yes — Damon Welch's NPI (1316029382) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.