Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Groat, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Greensboro, NC
- NPI 1497011274
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1317 N Elm St Ste 4
Greensboro, NC 274011023
(336) 378-1442
fax (336) 378-1970
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 22, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2016-01857
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497011274. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,102
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$149,224
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 359 | 338 | $118 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 122 | 76 | $478 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 93 | 71 | $36 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 92 | 77 | $58 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 92 | 91 | $32 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 90 | 77 | $83 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 76 | 74 | $37 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 66 | 66 | $142 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 44 | 42 | $120 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 27 | 27 | $158 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Greensboro Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 208. This provider delivers 5.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$341
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $96.33 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 4 | $83.18 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $69.85 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $46.74 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $23.66 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $21.51 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,562
Patients
660
Total drug cost
$122,764
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 520 | 128 | $12,223 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 214 | 148 | $11,887 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 172 | 128 | $2,183 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 171 | 60 | $2,401 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 169 | 115 | $4,576 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 90 | 35 | $2,998 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $16,824 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 36 | 21 | $38,717 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 27 | 13 | $979 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $13,009 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Groat's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Groat practices Ophthalmology Physician in Greensboro, NC.
Where does Dr. Richard Groat practice?
Dr. Richard Groat practices at 1317 N Elm St Ste 4, Greensboro, NC 274011023. Office phone: 3363781442.
What is Dr. Richard Groat's NPI?
Dr. Richard Groat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497011274, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Groat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Groat accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Groat commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.