John Branch, M.D.
NPI 1417142977 · Ophthalmology Physician · Cedar Park, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Branch, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Cedar Park, TX (NPI 1417142977).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417142977
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N5587 (TX)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,618 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 284 | $46 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 265 | $122 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 191 | $488 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 183 | $145 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 101 | $327 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 97 | $38 |
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 | 228 | 66 |
| Timolol Maleate | 67 | 18 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 54 | 43 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 32 | 27 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 29 | 20 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 28 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$497 across 12 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 (2)
- 925 Starwood Dr.Cedar Park, TX 78613Phone: (512) 327-7000Fax: (512) 259-3802
- 925 Starwood Dr.Cedar Park, TX 78613Phone: (512) 327-7000Fax: (512) 259-3802
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-09-07
- Last updated
- 2019-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Branch's NPI number?
- John Branch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417142977, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Branch's specialty?
- John Branch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Branch located?
- John Branch's practice location on file with NPPES is 1130 Cottonwood Creek Trl Ste D4, Cedar Park, TX 78613.
- What is John Branch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Branch is (512) 551-5500.
- Does John Branch accept Medicare?
- John Branch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Branch's NPI active?
- Yes — John Branch's NPI (1417142977) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.