Nicholas Chariton, O.D.
NPI 1427407287 · Optometrist · Salida, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Chariton, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Salida, CO (NPI 1427407287).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427407287
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- OPT.0003209 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
980 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 | 292 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 164 | $58 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 134 | $41 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 106 | $152 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 96 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $92 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 410 | 77 |
| Timolol Maleate | 88 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 82 | 19 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 55 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 49 | 13 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 21 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 18 | — |
| Bimatoprost |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$54 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)
- 27 Montebello RdPueblo, CO 81001-1236Phone: (719) 545-1530
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-06-12
- Last updated
- 2024-01-02
- Certified
- 2024-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Chariton's NPI number?
- Nicholas Chariton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427407287, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Chariton's specialty?
- Nicholas Chariton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Nicholas Chariton located?
- Nicholas Chariton's practice location on file with NPPES is 7162 County Road 154 Unit B, Salida, CO 81201-9296.
- What is Nicholas Chariton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Chariton is (719) 539-3581.
- Does Nicholas Chariton accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Chariton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Chariton's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Chariton's NPI (1427407287) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.