Matthew Porter, MD
NPI 1649658618 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lubbock, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Porter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lubbock, TX (NPI 1649658618).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649658618
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- S1228 (TX)
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
11 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
1,542 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 | 637 | $128 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 272 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 215 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 | $91 |
| Laser Repair to Improve Eye Fluid Flow65855 | 60 | $262 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 53 | $28 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 676 | 223 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 412 | 119 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 327 | 70 |
| Timolol Maleate | 281 | 110 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 262 | 79 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 229 | 53 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 116 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,725 across 10 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
- 2015-05-11
- Last updated
- 2026-01-13
- Certified
- 2026-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Porter's NPI number?
- Matthew Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649658618, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Porter's specialty?
- Matthew Porter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Porter located?
- Matthew Porter's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 4th St Ste 2a100, Lubbock, TX 79430-0002.
- What is Matthew Porter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Porter is (806) 743-2020.
- Does Matthew Porter accept Medicare?
- Matthew Porter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Porter's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Porter's NPI (1649658618) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.