Joseph Sokol, M.D.
NPI 1275596892 · Ophthalmology Physician · Waterbury, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sokol, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Waterbury, CT (NPI 1275596892).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275596892
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 034394 (CT)
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
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
1,636 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 492 | $95 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 209 | $41 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 192 | $556 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 108 | $132 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 105 | $37 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 102 | $67 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 612 | 214 |
| Gatifloxacin | 480 | 311 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 361 | 219 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 347 | 96 |
| Timolol Maleate | 229 | 82 |
| Difluprednate | 210 | 138 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 128 | 41 |
| Ofloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$747 across 21 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
- 2006-04-07
- Last updated
- 2018-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sokol's NPI number?
- Joseph Sokol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275596892, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sokol's specialty?
- Joseph Sokol is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Sokol located?
- Joseph Sokol's practice location on file with NPPES is 87 Grandview Ave, Waterbury, CT 06708-2514.
- What is Joseph Sokol's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sokol is (203) 574-2020.
- Does Joseph Sokol accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sokol is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sokol's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sokol's NPI (1275596892) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.