Catherine Baston, MD
NPI 1992952865 · Ophthalmology Physician · Forest, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Baston, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Forest, VA (NPI 1992952865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992952865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35272 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,259 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 766 | $124 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 569 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 539 | $513 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 345 | $299 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 286 | $88 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 163 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 575 | 330 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 567 | 312 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 474 | 273 |
| Latanoprost | 454 | 117 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 165 | 55 |
| Timolol Maleate | 118 | 48 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 72 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$258 across 7 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 (11)
- 104 Simpson StGreenville, SC 29605-4413Phone: (864) 522-3900
- 204 Ambriar PlazaAmherst, VA 24521-2452Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 191 Old Courthouse RdAppomattox, VA 24522-9853Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 4244 Virginia AveCollinsville, VA 24078-1935Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 800 Memorial Dr Ste aDanville, VA 24541-1680Phone: (434) 799-3232
- 1835 Graves Mill Rd Ste 1Forest, VA 24551-3967Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 356 Front StLovingston, VA 22949-2294Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 2108 Langhorne RdLynchburg, VA 24501-1424Phone: (434) 385-5600
- 1503 Enterprise DrLynchburg, VA 24502-5751Phone: (434) 385-5600
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-08-22
- Last updated
- 2020-04-20
- Certified
- 2020-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Baston's NPI number?
- Catherine Baston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992952865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Baston's specialty?
- Catherine Baston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Baston located?
- Catherine Baston's practice location on file with NPPES is 1825 Graves Mill Rd, Forest, VA 24551-3967.
- What is Catherine Baston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Baston is (434) 385-5600.
- Does Catherine Baston accept Medicare?
- Catherine Baston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Baston's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Baston's NPI (1992952865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.