Matthew Ward, M.D.
NPI 1023251881 · Ophthalmology Physician · Iowa City, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Ward, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Iowa City, IA (NPI 1023251881).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023251881
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R-8531 (IA)
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
17 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
1,209 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Growth of Retina Using a Laser67210 | 320 | $521 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 168 | $119 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 117 | $38 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 93 | $28 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 92 | $84 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 64 | $11 |
| Photography of the Retina |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 192 | 64 |
| Latanoprost | 154 | 43 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 152 | 78 |
| Fluorometholone | 150 | 61 |
| Acyclovir | 76 | 19 |
| Tobramycin | 51 | 35 |
| Timolol Maleate | 49 | 19 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 48 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$320 across 5 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
- 2009-04-09
- Last updated
- 2012-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Ward's NPI number?
- Matthew Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023251881, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Ward's specialty?
- Matthew Ward is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Ward located?
- Matthew Ward's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242-1009.
- What is Matthew Ward's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Ward is (319) 356-2864.
- Does Matthew Ward accept Medicare?
- Matthew Ward is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Ward's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Ward's NPI (1023251881) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.