Paul Kaufman, M.D.
NPI 1053318550 · Ophthalmology Physician · Sandy Springs, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Kaufman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Sandy Springs, GA (NPI 1053318550).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053318550
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 054435 (GA)
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
21 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
5,622 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,031 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,662 | $126 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,156 | $123 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 261 | $36 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 200 | $123 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 95 | $157 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 265 | 195 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 188 | 162 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 81 | 32 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 60 | 39 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 50 | 26 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 47 | 35 |
| Nepafenac |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$748 across 22 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
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2013-11-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Kaufman's NPI number?
- Paul Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053318550, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Kaufman's specialty?
- Paul Kaufman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Kaufman located?
- Paul Kaufman's practice location on file with NPPES is 5995 Barfield Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328-4411.
- What is Paul Kaufman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Kaufman is (404) 256-1507.
- Does Paul Kaufman accept Medicare?
- Paul Kaufman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Kaufman's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Kaufman's NPI (1053318550) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.