Wasim Samara, M.D.
NPI 1275995177 · Ophthalmology Physician · Garland, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wasim Samara, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Garland, TX (NPI 1275995177).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275995177
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U9656 (TX)
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
10 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
4,333 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 | 1,965 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,273 | $121 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 514 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 191 | $86 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 132 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 87 | $160 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 152 | 89 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 89 | 42 |
| Ofloxacin | 46 | 39 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 43 | 22 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 31 | 13 |
| Timolol Maleate | 27 | 14 |
| Latanoprost | 20 | — |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$728 across 26 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
- 2016-03-22
- Last updated
- 2026-04-15
- Certified
- 2026-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wasim Samara's NPI number?
- Wasim Samara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275995177, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wasim Samara's specialty?
- Wasim Samara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wasim Samara located?
- Wasim Samara's practice location on file with NPPES is 5576 N Shiloh Rd, Garland, TX 75044-6614.
- What is Wasim Samara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wasim Samara is (469) 248-7365.
- Does Wasim Samara accept Medicare?
- Wasim Samara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wasim Samara's NPI active?
- Yes — Wasim Samara's NPI (1275995177) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.