Joel Pearlman, M.D., PH.D
NPI 1154430460 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Pearlman, M.D., PH.D is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1154430460).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154430460
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A78783 (CA)
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 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
7,496 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 | 3,108 | $44 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,598 | $137 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,282 | $140 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 390 | $100 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 372 | $186 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 227 | $98 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 213 | 76 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 195 | 83 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 165 | 120 |
| Timolol Maleate | 152 | 57 |
| Ofloxacin | 103 | 88 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 55 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 45 | 15 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17,566 across 51 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
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2017-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Pearlman's NPI number?
- Joel Pearlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154430460, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Pearlman's specialty?
- Joel Pearlman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Pearlman located?
- Joel Pearlman's practice location on file with NPPES is 3939 J St, Sacramento, CA 95819-3631.
- What is Joel Pearlman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Pearlman is (916) 454-6191.
- Does Joel Pearlman accept Medicare?
- Joel Pearlman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Pearlman's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Pearlman's NPI (1154430460) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.