Babak Shabatian, M.D.
NPI 1285675629 · Ophthalmology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Babak Shabatian, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1285675629).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285675629
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 240037-1 (NY)
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
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
6,506 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 1,136 | $109 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 950 | $139 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 644 | $43 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 | 462 | $143 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 307 | $164 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 302 | $37 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 404 | 133 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 259 | 149 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 255 | 158 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 250 | 161 |
| Timolol Maleate | 159 | 48 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 121 | 39 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 108 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$790 across 18 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
- 2006-06-09
- Last updated
- 2022-12-04
- Certified
- 2022-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Babak Shabatian's NPI number?
- Babak Shabatian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285675629, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Babak Shabatian's specialty?
- Babak Shabatian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Babak Shabatian located?
- Babak Shabatian's practice location on file with NPPES is 19000 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 100, Torrance, CA 90503-1517.
- What is Babak Shabatian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Babak Shabatian is (310) 909-8880.
- Does Babak Shabatian accept Medicare?
- Babak Shabatian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Babak Shabatian's NPI active?
- Yes — Babak Shabatian's NPI (1285675629) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.