Brian Baxter, O.D.
NPI 1831126697 · Optometrist · Durango, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Baxter, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Durango, CO (NPI 1831126697).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831126697
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R151TA719 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Eye and Vision Services Providers
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,806 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 | 823 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 237 | $85 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 235 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 157 | $53 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 139 | $140 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 138 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 136 | 41 |
| Timolol Maleate | 67 | 18 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 65 | 51 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 64 | 25 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 60 | 16 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 42 | 32 |
| Travoprost | 39 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$380 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2300 E 30th St Ste B-105Farmington, NM 87401-8991Phone: (970) 828-2200Fax: (970) 828-2201
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2025-01-23
- Certified
- 2025-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Baxter's NPI number?
- Brian Baxter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831126697, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Baxter's specialty?
- Brian Baxter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Brian Baxter located?
- Brian Baxter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1266 Escalante Dr Ste 301, Durango, CO 81303-8934.
- What is Brian Baxter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Baxter is (970) 828-2200.
- Does Brian Baxter accept Medicare?
- Brian Baxter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Baxter's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Baxter's NPI (1831126697) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.