Kristen Tinkler, O.D.
NPI 1467766220 · Optometrist · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristen Tinkler, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1467766220).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467766220
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1600 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
15 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
1,546 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 | 264 | $116 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 147 | $37 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 144 | $137 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 132 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 129 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 122 | $119 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 538 | 164 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 209 | 69 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 203 | 73 |
| Timolol Maleate | 143 | 47 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 59 | 23 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 41 | 34 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 36 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$631 across 6 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)
- 2861 Tricom StN Charleston, SC 29406-9172Phone: (843) 797-5511Fax: (843) 797-0638
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-03
- Last updated
- 2022-08-01
- Certified
- 2022-08-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristen Tinkler's NPI number?
- Kristen Tinkler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467766220, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristen Tinkler's specialty?
- Kristen Tinkler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Kristen Tinkler located?
- Kristen Tinkler's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-9172.
- What is Kristen Tinkler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristen Tinkler is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Kristen Tinkler accept Medicare?
- Kristen Tinkler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristen Tinkler's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristen Tinkler's NPI (1467766220) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.