Robert Shofner, MD
NPI 1427056993 · Ophthalmology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Shofner, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1427056993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427056993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 3583169 (TN)
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
896 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 | 134 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 107 | $78 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 90 | $35 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 80 | $79 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 69 | $417 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 68 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 168 | 76 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 139 | 71 |
| Latanoprost | 137 | 41 |
| Ofloxacin | 78 | 37 |
| Timolol Maleate | 71 | 23 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 38 | 20 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$359 across 19 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
- 2005-07-08
- Last updated
- 2016-10-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Shofner's NPI number?
- Robert Shofner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427056993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Shofner's specialty?
- Robert Shofner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Shofner located?
- Robert Shofner's practice location on file with NPPES is 2021 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203-2021.
- What is Robert Shofner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Shofner is (615) 340-4733.
- Does Robert Shofner accept Medicare?
- Robert Shofner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Shofner's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Shofner's NPI (1427056993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.