Joseph Zimmer, MD
NPI 1063048098 · Ophthalmology Physician · Temple, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Zimmer, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Temple, TX (NPI 1063048098).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063048098
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
521 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 | 116 | $112 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 113 | $134 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 71 | $39 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 65 | $35 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 36 | $471 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 28 | $249 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 91 | 81 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 91 | 80 |
| Tobramycin | 42 | 39 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 27 | 26 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 25 | 20 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 20 | 17 |
| Latanoprost | 19 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 3 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
- 2020-03-21
- Last updated
- 2021-07-09
- Certified
- 2021-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Zimmer's NPI number?
- Joseph Zimmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063048098, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Zimmer's specialty?
- Joseph Zimmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Zimmer located?
- Joseph Zimmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 2401 S 31st St # Ms 01161b, Temple, TX 76508-0001.
- What is Joseph Zimmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Zimmer is (254) 724-2364.
- Does Joseph Zimmer accept Medicare?
- Joseph Zimmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Zimmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Zimmer's NPI (1063048098) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.