Karl Stonecipher, MD
NPI 1427172246 · Ophthalmology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Stonecipher, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1427172246).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427172246
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34914 (NC)
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
562 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 | 154 | $33 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 106 | $406 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 75 | $85 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 67 | $255 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 38 | $104 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 172 | 143 |
| Besifloxacin Hclbrand: Besivance | 145 | 76 |
| Difluprednate | 108 | 63 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 107 | 57 |
| Gatifloxacin | 92 | 59 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 85 | 46 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 75 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$114,355 across 154 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)
- 1002 N Church St Ste 102Greensboro, NC 27401-1447Phone: (336) 854-4441Fax: (336) 854-8547
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-19
- Last updated
- 2019-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Stonecipher's NPI number?
- Karl Stonecipher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427172246, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Stonecipher's specialty?
- Karl Stonecipher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Stonecipher located?
- Karl Stonecipher's practice location on file with NPPES is 1002 N Church St Ste 103, Greensboro, NC 27401-1447.
- What is Karl Stonecipher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Stonecipher is (336) 854-4441.
- Does Karl Stonecipher accept Medicare?
- Karl Stonecipher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Stonecipher's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Stonecipher's NPI (1427172246) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.