Susan Austin Watson, M.D.
Susan Austin Watson is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Raleigh, NC with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 45 years in ophthalmology, Susan Austin Watson, M.D. is a long-established ophthalmologist in Raleigh. A University of Cincinnati College of Medicine graduate since 1981, she brings 45+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
Older · 2389dNPPES updated 2019-11-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
11081 Forest Pines Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614-7655
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better9.6%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-73.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
48
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
34
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
94
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $284k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.4k received from industry
63 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Susan Austin Watson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Taxonomy: 207W00000X
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
512 Shady Circle Dr, Rocky Mount, NC 27803-1715
Differs from practice location
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Susan Austin Watson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Susan Austin Watson for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Raleigh required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susan Austin Watson
NPI records show Dr. Watson as active with telehealth listed in Raleigh, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (252) 231-0424.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Susan Austin Watson
Practice Location
11081 Forest Pines Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614-7655
Mailing Address
512 Shady Circle Dr, Rocky Mount, NC 27803-1715
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