Christopher Groat, MD
NPI 1427347228 · Ophthalmology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Groat, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1427347228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427347228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26038 (WV)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
1,877 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 | 429 | $117 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 245 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 238 | $58 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 235 | $83 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 115 | $458 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 107 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,110 | 298 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 743 | 210 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 446 | 130 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 316 | 93 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 315 | 179 |
| Timolol Maleate | 284 | 96 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 231 | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$542 across 23 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
- 2011-04-01
- Last updated
- 2015-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Groat's NPI number?
- Christopher Groat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427347228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Groat's specialty?
- Christopher Groat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Groat located?
- Christopher Groat's practice location on file with NPPES is 1317 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-1033.
- What is Christopher Groat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Groat is (336) 378-1442.
- Does Christopher Groat accept Medicare?
- Christopher Groat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Groat's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Groat's NPI (1427347228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.