Lee Thurber, MD
NPI 1649280611 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lincoln, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lee Thurber, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lincoln, NE (NPI 1649280611).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649280611
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 22791 (NE)
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
3,099 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 | 1,256 | $109 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 961 | $35 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 240 | $35 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 217 | $458 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 159 | $77 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 136 | $277 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 514 | 150 |
| Timolol Maleate | 168 | 56 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 56 | 22 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 52 | 18 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 44 | 14 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 36 | 21 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$244 across 11 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
- 2006-08-09
- Last updated
- 2007-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lee Thurber's NPI number?
- Lee Thurber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649280611, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lee Thurber's specialty?
- Lee Thurber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lee Thurber located?
- Lee Thurber's practice location on file with NPPES is 1101 South 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510.
- What is Lee Thurber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lee Thurber is (402) 486-3132.
- Does Lee Thurber accept Medicare?
- Lee Thurber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lee Thurber's NPI active?
- Yes — Lee Thurber's NPI (1649280611) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.