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- 1002 W Highway 25 70, Newport, TN 37821
About Dr. Tarr
Based in Newport, TN, Blane L. Tarr, O.D. is listed in the NPI registry under optometry. Blane graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2006. Blane is also listed as specializing in optometrist. According to Medicare claims data, Blane cared for 1,470 Medicare patients across 1,897 services. The services billed most often include 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures, photography of the retina, and exam of visual field with extended testing. NPI 1972529428 identifies this record in the national registry.
Factual summary compiled by Guide.md from public records; not written by this provider.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (423) 720-9393
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1002 W HIGHWAY 25 70
Newport, TN 37821
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Optometry generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Astigmatism
- Dry eye
- Nearsightedness
- Pink eye
- Presbyopia
Contact lens issues
- Contact Lens Intolerance
Cornea conditions
- Keratoconus
- Pterygium
Corneal issues
- Corneal Neovascularization
- Eye Sunburn
Eye conditions
- Broken Blood Vessel in Eye
Eye discomfort
- Burning Eyes
- Discharge from Eye
- Red Eyes
Eye diseases
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal Tear Symptoms
Eye infections
- Corneal ulcer
Eye inflammation
- Iritis
Eye injuries
- Corneal abrasion
- Foreign Object in Eye
Eye irritation
- Eye Allergies
- Eye Pain
- Watery Eyes
Eye surface issues
- Yellow Bump on Eye
Eyelid conditions
- Blepharitis
- Drooping eyelid
- Eye Twitching
- Stye
Eyelid issues
- Chalazion
- Ectropion
- Entropion
- Eyelash Lice or Dandruff
Pediatric eye conditions
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
Pupil issues
- Unequal Pupil Sizes
Tear duct issues
- Blocked tear duct
Vision changes
- Blurry Vision
- Color Blindness
- Distorted Vision
- Double Vision
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Halos Around Lights
- Light Sensitivity
- Night Blindness
- Posterior vitreous detachment
- Tunnel Vision
- Visual Migraines
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Contact lens fitting
- Dry eye treatment
- Eye exam
- Glasses prescription
Contact lens exams
- Bifocal or Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting
- Contact Lens Training
- Plano (Non-Prescription) Colored Contact Lens Exam
- Toric Contact Lens Fitting
Dry eye treatments
- Autologous Serum Eye Drops Fitting
- IPL for Dry Eye
- LipiFlow Treatment
- Meibomian Gland Expression
Examinations
- Comprehensive medical eye examination
- Diabetic Eye Exam
- DMV Vision Test
- Low Vision Assessment
- Pediatric Eye Exam
Eyelid care
- Eyelid Deep Cleaning
Eyelid treatments
- Stye Removal
General exams
- School Vision Screening Follow-Up
Glasses and eyewear
- Blue Light Glasses Consultation
- Eyeglass Frame Adjustment and Repair
- Prescription Sunglasses Consultation
- Prism Eyeglasses Fitting
Imaging & tests
- Color Vision Testing
- Corneal topography
- Coronary optical coherence tomography
- Eye-pressure measurement
- Pachymetry
- Retinal photography
- Visual Field Test
Imaging and scans
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Minor procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Placement
- Tear Duct Plugs
Specialty lenses
- Ortho-K
- RGP Contact Lens Fitting
- Scleral Lens Fitting
Surgical evaluations
- Cataract Evaluation
- Corneal Cross-Linking Evaluation
- LASIK Consultation
- PRK Evaluation
Tear duct procedures
- Flushing of Tear Ducts
Therapy
- Sports Vision Training
- Vision Therapy
Urgent care
- Emergency Eye Care
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Vision correction
- Myopia Management
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
1,897 services · 1,470 patients · 13 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
48 | As often as other peers in Optometry |
| 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | Imaging | 76512 |
495 | More than most peers in Optometry |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
19 | As often as other peers in Optometry |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
310 | More than most peers in Optometry |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
298 | More than most peers in Optometry |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
216 | More often than most peers in Optometry |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
167 | More often than most peers in Optometry |
| Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function | Treatment | 92273 |
129 | More often than most peers in Optometry |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
82 | More often than most peers in Optometry |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
60 | More often than most peers in Optometry |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Also at this address 1
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other optometry specialists in Newport 5
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at University of Alabama School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 2006 at University of Alabama School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 8
Providers in TN who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Blane L. Tarr specialize in?
Blane L. Tarr is an optometry in Newport, TN. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
Where is Blane L. Tarr located?
Blane L. Tarr is listed at 1002 W Highway 25 70, Newport, TN 37821. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Blane L. Tarr's phone number?
The number on file is (423) 720-9393. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is Blane L. Tarr's NPI number?
Blane L. Tarr's National Provider Identifier is 1972529428. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Blane L. Tarr train?
Blane L. Tarr attended University of Alabama School of Medicine, graduating in 2006. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Blane L. Tarr been practicing?
Blane L. Tarr has 20 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2006, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Blane L. Tarr do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Blane L. Tarr performs procedures including removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens; reads or performs imaging such as 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures and ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness; provides treatments such as photography of the retina and exam of visual field with extended testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Blane L. Tarr confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Blane L. Tarr. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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