Ayham Skaf, M.D.
NPI 1285888628 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ayham Skaf, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1285888628).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285888628
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A120584 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
6,373 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 | 1,802 | $139 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,359 | $44 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 724 | $39 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 499 | $121 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 320 | $99 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 308 | $185 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 940 | 174 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 641 | 292 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 281 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 211 | 53 |
| Timolol Maleate | 199 | 45 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 149 | 83 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 146 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17,404 across 76 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
- 2008-11-12
- Last updated
- 2017-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ayham Skaf's NPI number?
- Ayham Skaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285888628, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ayham Skaf's specialty?
- Ayham Skaf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ayham Skaf located?
- Ayham Skaf's practice location on file with NPPES is 835 3rd Ave Ste a, Chula Vista, CA 91911-1352.
- What is Ayham Skaf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ayham Skaf is (619) 425-7755.
- Does Ayham Skaf accept Medicare?
- Ayham Skaf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ayham Skaf's NPI active?
- Yes — Ayham Skaf's NPI (1285888628) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.