Richard Groat, MD
NPI 1497011274 · Ophthalmology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Groat, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1497011274).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497011274
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,185 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 | 385 | $117 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 135 | $82 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 117 | $59 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 108 | $495 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 98 | $32 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 94 | $37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 481 | 120 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 210 | 155 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 193 | 134 |
| Ofloxacin | 175 | 140 |
| Timolol Maleate | 160 | 61 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 109 | 37 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 46 | 23 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$341 across 15 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
- 2012-04-06
- Last updated
- 2016-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Groat's NPI number?
- Richard Groat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497011274, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Groat's specialty?
- Richard Groat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Groat located?
- Richard Groat's practice location on file with NPPES is 1317 N Elm St Ste 4, Greensboro, NC 27401-1023.
- What is Richard Groat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Groat is (336) 378-1442.
- Does Richard Groat accept Medicare?
- Richard Groat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Groat's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Groat's NPI (1497011274) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.