Dr. Valerie Colborn, O.D.
Optometry
20+
Years in Practice
About Dr. Valerie Colborn
Valerie Colborn, O.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Lillington, NC.
Specialty Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
35
Years Experience
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
OptometryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Ohio State University - College Of Optometry
Class of 1991
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1473 | Optometrist | — |
| North Carolina | 1473 | Optometrist |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Valerie Colborn
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Valerie Colborn is an established optometry provider, O.D., after earning their medical degree at Ohio State University - College Of Optometry in 1991. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518989607, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Valerie Colborn as a lower-volume optometry provider, treating approximately 77 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 172 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Valerie Colborn received $248 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$248
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Optometry Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 27546
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Valerie Colborn
What does Dr. Valerie Colborn specialize in?
Dr. Valerie Colborn specializes in Optometry. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Optometrist.
Does Dr. Valerie Colborn accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Valerie Colborn accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 77 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Valerie Colborn's NPI number?
Dr. Valerie Colborn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518989607. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Valerie Colborn been practicing?
Dr. Valerie Colborn has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Ohio State University - College Of Optometry in 1991.