Robert Kost, M.D.
NPI 1043674013 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lafayette, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Kost, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lafayette, CO (NPI 1043674013).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043674013
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101268622 (VA)
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 tenure28% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
43 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 24 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 19 | $82 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $82–$100 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 239 | 139 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 218 | 131 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 201 | 119 |
| Latanoprost | 200 | 85 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 71 | 31 |
| Timolol Maleate | 65 | 27 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 61 | 26 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-06
- Last updated
- 2022-01-17
- Certified
- 2022-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Kost's NPI number?
- Robert Kost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043674013, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Kost's specialty?
- Robert Kost is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Kost located?
- Robert Kost's practice location on file with NPPES is 280 Exempla Cir, Lafayette, CO 80026-3370.
- What is Robert Kost's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Kost is (303) 338-4545.
- Does Robert Kost accept Medicare?
- Robert Kost is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Kost's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Kost's NPI (1043674013) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.