Barbara Ku, MD
NPI 1043363328 · Ophthalmology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Barbara Ku, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1043363328).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043363328
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M5805 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
5,958 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 1,306 | $22 |
| Near Infrared Dual Imaging of Tear Glands With Interpretation and Report0507T | 815 | $21 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 686 | $36 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 552 | $86 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 502 | $122 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 421 | $15 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 451 | 128 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 190 | 55 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 147 | 92 |
| Ofloxacin | 104 | 65 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 92 | 27 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 87 | 14 |
| Flurbiprofen Sodium | 75 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$157 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
- 2007-01-19
- Last updated
- 2017-04-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Barbara Ku's NPI number?
- Barbara Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043363328, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Barbara Ku's specialty?
- Barbara Ku is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Barbara Ku located?
- Barbara Ku's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 N Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212-4701.
- What is Barbara Ku's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Barbara Ku is (210) 222-2154.
- Does Barbara Ku accept Medicare?
- Barbara Ku is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Barbara Ku's NPI active?
- Yes — Barbara Ku's NPI (1043363328) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.