Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tara Parnell, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Southport, NC
- NPI 1851422158
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1456 N Howe St, Suite 100
Southport, NC 284612754
(910) 454-9458
fax (910) 454-0776
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 17, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #1721
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851422158. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
904
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$69,411
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 208 | 197 | $35 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 170 | 136 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 153 | 108 | $83 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 151 | 150 | $119 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 55 | 54 | $33 | |
83516 |
Analysis of substance using immunoassay technique, multiple step method | 46 | 22 | $11 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 44 | 39 | $57 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 29 | 18 | $87 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 19 | 19 | $142 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 18 | 16 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Southport Optometrist, average services per provider: 262. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$358
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 2 | $231.86 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $104.43 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $21.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
226
Patients
50
Total drug cost
$42,269
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 81 | 21 | $1,395 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 35 | 11 | $508 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $16,167 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 20 | 18 | $904 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $6,765 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $13,082 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $240 |
| Lotemax Sm (Loteprednol Etabonate) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $3,210 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tara Parnell's medical specialty?
Dr. Tara Parnell practices Optometrist in Southport, NC.
Where does Dr. Tara Parnell practice?
Dr. Tara Parnell practices at 1456 N Howe St, Southport, NC 284612754. Office phone: 9104549458.
What is Dr. Tara Parnell's NPI?
Dr. Tara Parnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851422158, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tara Parnell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tara Parnell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tara Parnell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.