Peter Sonkin, M.D.
NPI 1003991167 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Sonkin, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1003991167).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003991167
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD0000030492 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,040 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,717 | $121 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,604 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,202 | $123 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 1,077 | $35 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 268 | $162 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 111 | $154 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 232 | 73 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 231 | 110 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 45 | 19 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 39 | 20 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 39 | 30 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobradex | 33 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$409 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-26
- Last updated
- 2018-09-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Sonkin's NPI number?
- Peter Sonkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003991167, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Sonkin's specialty?
- Peter Sonkin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Sonkin located?
- Peter Sonkin's practice location on file with NPPES is 345 23rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1596.
- What is Peter Sonkin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Sonkin is (615) 983-6000.
- Does Peter Sonkin accept Medicare?
- Peter Sonkin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Sonkin's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Sonkin's NPI (1003991167) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.