Frances Bynum, O.D.
NPI 1982691812 · Optometrist · Martin, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frances Bynum, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Martin, TN (NPI 1982691812).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982691812
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- TN1767 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,111 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 4,504 | $1 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 642 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 553 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 349 | $106 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 | 225 | $99 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 206 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 309 | 88 |
| Timolol Maleate | 68 | 19 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 50 | 35 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 43 | 29 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 29 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 15 | — |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22,609 across 42 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
- 2005-10-05
- Last updated
- 2008-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frances Bynum's NPI number?
- Frances Bynum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982691812, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frances Bynum's specialty?
- Frances Bynum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Frances Bynum located?
- Frances Bynum's practice location on file with NPPES is 105 Highway 431, Martin, TN 38237-8264.
- What is Frances Bynum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frances Bynum is (731) 587-2022.
- Does Frances Bynum accept Medicare?
- Frances Bynum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frances Bynum's NPI active?
- Yes — Frances Bynum's NPI (1982691812) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.