Barrett Thompson, MD
NPI 1659938181 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Barrett Thompson, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1659938181).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659938181
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 068126 (TN)
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
7 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
833 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 | 149 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 125 | $116 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 101 | $81 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 86 | $36 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 62 | $33 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 59 | $135 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ofloxacin | 130 | 80 |
| Latanoprost | 120 | 63 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 110 | 69 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 99 | 70 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 34 | 24 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 33 | 30 |
| Ibuprofen | 32 | 27 |
| Timolol Maleate | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$550 across 18 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
- 2019-05-20
- Last updated
- 2023-09-26
- Certified
- 2023-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Barrett Thompson's NPI number?
- Barrett Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659938181, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Barrett Thompson's specialty?
- Barrett Thompson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Barrett Thompson located?
- Barrett Thompson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1815 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421-3130.
- What is Barrett Thompson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Barrett Thompson is (423) 803-2020.
- Does Barrett Thompson accept Medicare?
- Barrett Thompson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Barrett Thompson's NPI active?
- Yes — Barrett Thompson's NPI (1659938181) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.