Robert Cottingham, OD
NPI 1588661573 · Optometrist · Henderson, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Cottingham, OD is a Optometrist provider in Henderson, KY (NPI 1588661573).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588661573
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- K1622 (KY)
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
20 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
5,662 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 3,608 | $1 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 1,509 | $1 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 376 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 100 | $84 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 24 | $136 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 18 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 170 | 39 |
| Timolol Maleate | 113 | 26 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 48 | 44 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 17 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 15 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 14 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$123 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
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Cottingham's NPI number?
- Robert Cottingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588661573, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Cottingham's specialty?
- Robert Cottingham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Robert Cottingham located?
- Robert Cottingham's practice location on file with NPPES is 1997 Barrett Ct, Henderson, KY 42420-2667.
- What is Robert Cottingham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Cottingham is (270) 826-9966.
- Does Robert Cottingham accept Medicare?
- Robert Cottingham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Cottingham's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Cottingham's NPI (1588661573) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.