Scott Barb, M.D.
NPI 1609137595 · Ophthalmology Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Barb, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1609137595).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609137595
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 57478 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
14 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
6,825 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 3,146 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,974 | $121 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 458 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 453 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 411 | $87 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 119 | $153 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 111 | 66 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 89 | 42 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 40 | 35 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 19 | 14 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 16 | 11 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 13 | 11 |
| Ofloxacin | 12 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$580 across 16 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
- 2012-06-06
- Last updated
- 2026-04-28
- Certified
- 2026-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Barb's NPI number?
- Scott Barb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609137595, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Barb's specialty?
- Scott Barb is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Barb located?
- Scott Barb's practice location on file with NPPES is 1342 Old Weisgarber Rd, Knoxville, TN 37909-1291.
- What is Scott Barb's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Barb is (865) 588-0811.
- Does Scott Barb accept Medicare?
- Scott Barb is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Barb's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Barb's NPI (1609137595) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.