Louis Verstringhe, MD
NPI 1043429046 · Ophthalmology Physician · Shenandoah, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Louis Verstringhe, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Shenandoah, TX (NPI 1043429046).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043429046
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M6933 (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
3,967 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 | 939 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 681 | $127 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 397 | $36 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 336 | $87 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 288 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 215 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,149 | 300 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 305 | 90 |
| Timolol Maleate | 183 | 56 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 150 | 53 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 133 | 47 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 128 | 43 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 85 | 66 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$742 across 30 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
- 2007-05-22
- Last updated
- 2021-03-22
- Certified
- 2021-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Louis Verstringhe's NPI number?
- Louis Verstringhe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043429046, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Louis Verstringhe's specialty?
- Louis Verstringhe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Louis Verstringhe located?
- Louis Verstringhe's practice location on file with NPPES is 1699 Research Forest Dr Ste 150, Shenandoah, TX 77380-3685.
- What is Louis Verstringhe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Louis Verstringhe is (281) 363-2155.
- Does Louis Verstringhe accept Medicare?
- Louis Verstringhe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Louis Verstringhe's NPI active?
- Yes — Louis Verstringhe's NPI (1043429046) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.