Stephen Lobue, MD
NPI 1245735984 · Ophthalmology Physician · Murrieta, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Lobue, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Murrieta, CA (NPI 1245735984).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245735984
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 331727 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
8 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
845 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 148 | $93 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 123 | $130 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 94 | $41 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 82 | $530 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 60 | $117 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 55 | $44 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 591 | 357 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 573 | 326 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 519 | 313 |
| Latanoprost | 372 | 128 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 206 | 162 |
| Timolol Maleate | 168 | 60 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 122 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,954 across 40 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
- 2018-03-26
- Last updated
- 2023-12-04
- Certified
- 2023-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Lobue's NPI number?
- Stephen Lobue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245735984, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Lobue's specialty?
- Stephen Lobue is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Lobue located?
- Stephen Lobue's practice location on file with NPPES is 40700 California Oaks Rd Ste 106, Murrieta, CA 92562-5789.
- What is Stephen Lobue's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Lobue is (951) 696-1135.
- Does Stephen Lobue accept Medicare?
- Stephen Lobue is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Lobue's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Lobue's NPI (1245735984) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.