Nicholas Binder, MD
NPI 1306076716 · Ophthalmology Physician · Escondido, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Binder, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Escondido, CA (NPI 1306076716).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306076716
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A124698 (CA)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,616 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 | 318 | $139 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 295 | $98 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 189 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 154 | $137 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 128 | $44 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 92 | $71 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug |
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 | 1,103 | 250 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 521 | 306 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 410 | 278 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 398 | 276 |
| Timolol Maleate | 291 | 91 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 210 | 48 |
| Cyclosporine | 176 | 56 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$140 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 320 Santa Fe Drive.104Encinitas, CA 92024Phone: (760) 943-7141Fax: (760) 943-0371
- 5565 Grossmont Center Dr.Bldg3 Ste 551La Mesa, CA 91942Phone: (619) 465-2020Fax: (619) 698-1189
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-20
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Binder's NPI number?
- Nicholas Binder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306076716, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Binder's specialty?
- Nicholas Binder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Binder located?
- Nicholas Binder's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 W. El Norte Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92026-3923.
- What is Nicholas Binder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Binder is (760) 743-5872.
- Does Nicholas Binder accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Binder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Binder's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Binder's NPI (1306076716) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.