Kara Dodgens, O.D.
NPI 1710186572 · Optometrist · Easley, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Dodgens, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Easley, SC (NPI 1710186572).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710186572
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1476 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
9 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,065 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 358 | $22 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 191 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 125 | $84 |
| Analysis of Substance Using Immunoassay Technique, Multiple Step Method83516 | 76 | $11 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 71 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 66 | $53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 76 | 27 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 64 | 33 |
| Cyclosporine | 38 | 17 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Cequa | 30 | 13 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 29 | 18 |
| Varenicline Tartratebrand: Tyrvaya | 24 | — |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$489 across 17 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
Additional practice locations (8)
- 2011 E Greenville StAnderson, SC 29621-1529Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 931 Tiger BlvdClemson, SC 29631-1419Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 22995 US Highway 76Clinton, SC 29325-7529Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 3529 Highway 153Greenville, SC 29611-7515Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 1 Halton Green WayGreenville, SC 29607-6606Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 360 Pelham RdGreenville, SC 29615-3111Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 2735 Winnsboro RdNewberry, SC 29108-4011Phone: (864) 654-6706
- 273 Harrison Bridge RdSimpsonville, SC 29680-7132Phone: (864) 654-6706
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-12
- Last updated
- 2026-04-20
- Certified
- 2026-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Dodgens's NPI number?
- Kara Dodgens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710186572, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Dodgens's specialty?
- Kara Dodgens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Kara Dodgens located?
- Kara Dodgens's practice location on file with NPPES is 15 Southern Center Ct, Easley, SC 29642-1533.
- What is Kara Dodgens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Dodgens is (864) 722-1133.
- Does Kara Dodgens accept Medicare?
- Kara Dodgens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Dodgens's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Dodgens's NPI (1710186572) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.