Douglas Edwards, M.D.
NPI 1679556484 · Ophthalmology Physician · Wausau, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Douglas Edwards, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Wausau, WI (NPI 1679556484).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679556484
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45495 (WI)
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
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
2,460 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 679 | $24 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 406 | $472 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 264 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 216 | $124 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 195 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 361 | 248 |
| Latanoprost | 308 | 78 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 282 | 176 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 224 | 143 |
| Timolol Maleate | 165 | 61 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 68 | 51 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 51 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$85 across 2 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
- 2005-11-25
- Last updated
- 2020-10-07
- Certified
- 2020-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Douglas Edwards's NPI number?
- Douglas Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679556484, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Douglas Edwards's specialty?
- Douglas Edwards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Douglas Edwards located?
- Douglas Edwards's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 N 1st St, Wausau, WI 54403-4754.
- What is Douglas Edwards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Douglas Edwards is (715) 261-8500.
- Does Douglas Edwards accept Medicare?
- Douglas Edwards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Douglas Edwards's NPI active?
- Yes — Douglas Edwards's NPI (1679556484) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.