Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Claxton Baer, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Kingsport, TN
- NPI 1144255100
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 4 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2412 N John B Dennis Hwy
Kingsport, TN 376604772
(865) 338-5432 - Mailing address
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9050 Executive Park Dr Ste 202A
Knoxville, TN 379234670
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 22, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- Tennessee #70159 · Georgia #050493 · North Carolina #200400451 · Virginia #0101281793
- Medicaid (2)
- NC #891366W · TN #3715424
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144255100. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
9,004
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,996,197
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 2,408 | 594 | $38 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,809 | 258 | $109 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 1,548 | 119 | $870 | |
J9035 |
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg | 965 | 158 | $71 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 671 | 435 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 671 | 217 | $121 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 606 | 20 | $225 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 208 | 174 | $53 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 87 | 80 | $35 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 31 | 31 | $128 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Kingsport Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 456. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$227
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 3 | $95.49 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $84.20 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 1 | $25.69 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $21.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$1,453
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 29 | 11 | $1,453 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Claxton Baer's medical specialty?
Dr. Claxton Baer practices Ophthalmology Physician in Kingsport, TN.
Where does Dr. Claxton Baer practice?
Dr. Claxton Baer practices at 2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN 376604772. Office phone: 8653385432.
What is Dr. Claxton Baer's NPI?
Dr. Claxton Baer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144255100, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Claxton Baer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Claxton Baer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Claxton Baer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Injection of drug into eye (HCPCS 67028); Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg (HCPCS J0178). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.