James Twist, MD
NPI 1316929169 · Ophthalmology Physician · Kenmore, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Twist, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Kenmore, NY (NPI 1316929169).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316929169
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1465021 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,027 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 890 | $86 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 239 | $33 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 221 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 193 | $60 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 134 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 119 | $115 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,020 | 272 |
| Timolol Maleate | 732 | 202 |
| Flurbiprofen Sodium | 458 | 169 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 339 | 193 |
| Ofloxacin | 316 | 207 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 226 | 63 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 149 | 120 |
| Fluorometholone |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-17
- Last updated
- 2008-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Twist's NPI number?
- James Twist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316929169, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Twist's specialty?
- James Twist is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Twist located?
- James Twist's practice location on file with NPPES is 2156 Sheridan Dr, Kenmore, NY 14223-1441.
- What is James Twist's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Twist is (716) 873-7227.
- Does James Twist accept Medicare?
- James Twist is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Twist's NPI active?
- Yes — James Twist's NPI (1316929169) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.