David Scales, M.D.
NPI 1164412029 · Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Scales, M.D. is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1164412029).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164412029
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K4232 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) PhysicianPrimary207WX0108XLicense K4232 (TX)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 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
1,680 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 | 402 | $118 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 342 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 281 | $129 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 220 | $32 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 198 | $150 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 100 | $83 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 44 | 24 |
| Loteprednol Etabonatebrand: Lotemax Sm | 43 | 14 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 40 | 22 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 37 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 32 | — |
| Difluprednate | 22 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$48 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
- 2005-10-24
- Last updated
- 2017-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Scales's NPI number?
- David Scales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164412029, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Scales's specialty?
- David Scales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Scales located?
- David Scales's practice location on file with NPPES is 9623 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240-1664.
- What is David Scales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Scales is (210) 615-6565.
- Does David Scales accept Medicare?
- David Scales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Scales's NPI active?
- Yes — David Scales's NPI (1164412029) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.