David Chesnutt, MD
NPI 1538171061 · Ophthalmology Physician · Goldsboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Chesnutt, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Goldsboro, NC (NPI 1538171061).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538171061
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9801205 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,729 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 578 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 399 | $87 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 307 | $60 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 267 | $34 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 231 | $21 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 253 | 213 |
| Cephalexin | 102 | 99 |
| Latanoprost | 65 | 19 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 59 | 49 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 42 | 31 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 32 | 29 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 20 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$161 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2024-06-24
- Certified
- 2024-06-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Chesnutt's NPI number?
- David Chesnutt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538171061, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Chesnutt's specialty?
- David Chesnutt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Chesnutt located?
- David Chesnutt's practice location on file with NPPES is 103 Cox Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534-9478.
- What is David Chesnutt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Chesnutt is (919) 734-8440.
- Does David Chesnutt accept Medicare?
- David Chesnutt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Chesnutt's NPI active?
- Yes — David Chesnutt's NPI (1538171061) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.