Lois Townshend, M.D.
NPI 1356450456 · Ophthalmology Physician · Plymouth, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lois Townshend, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Plymouth, MA (NPI 1356450456).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356450456
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 073096 (MA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,587 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 | 1,026 | $129 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 380 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 344 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 328 | $130 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 192 | $152 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 180 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 426 | 107 |
| Timolol Maleate | 356 | 93 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 121 | 104 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 87 | 33 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 63 | 47 |
| Fluorometholone | 55 | 36 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 35 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$72 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 441 Route 130Sandwich, MA 02563-2340Phone: (508) 888-8873
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2024-04-30
- Certified
- 2024-04-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lois Townshend's NPI number?
- Lois Townshend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356450456, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lois Townshend's specialty?
- Lois Townshend is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lois Townshend located?
- Lois Townshend's practice location on file with NPPES is 45 Resnik Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360-4844.
- What is Lois Townshend's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lois Townshend is (508) 747-4748.
- Does Lois Townshend accept Medicare?
- Lois Townshend is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lois Townshend's NPI active?
- Yes — Lois Townshend's NPI (1356450456) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.