Thomas Clinch, MD
NPI 1437186350 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Clinch, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chevy Chase, MD (NPI 1437186350).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437186350
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- CS9911225 (DC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
155 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 42 | $22 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 34 | $42 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 22 | $405 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 22 | $144 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 21 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 14 | $145 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $22–$405 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,680 across 14 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)
- 1016 16th St Nw Bsmt LlWashington, DC 20036-5729Phone: (202) 659-2050Fax: (202) 452-1415
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Clinch's NPI number?
- Thomas Clinch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437186350, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Clinch's specialty?
- Thomas Clinch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Clinch located?
- Thomas Clinch's practice location on file with NPPES is 2 Wisconsin Circle, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.
- What is Thomas Clinch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Clinch is (301) 215-7100.
- Does Thomas Clinch accept Medicare?
- Thomas Clinch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Clinch's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Clinch's NPI (1437186350) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.