Kakarla Chalam, MD
NPI 1336112812 · Ophthalmology Physician · Loma Linda, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kakarla Chalam, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Loma Linda, CA (NPI 1336112812).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336112812
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME72613 (FL)
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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,516 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,001 | $41 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 794 | $131 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 137 | $118 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 114 | $172 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 111 | $93 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 76 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 40 | 24 |
| Latanoprost | 27 | — |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 27 | 20 |
| Timolol Maleate | 23 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 21 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 12 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 12 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 4244 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 100Riverside, CA 92505-3372Phone: (909) 558-2154
- 580 West 8th StreetUfjp OphthalmologyJacksonville, FL 32209-6511Phone: (904) 244-9390Fax: (904) 244-9391
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2020-06-22
- Certified
- 2020-06-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kakarla Chalam's NPI number?
- Kakarla Chalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336112812, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kakarla Chalam's specialty?
- Kakarla Chalam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kakarla Chalam located?
- Kakarla Chalam's practice location on file with NPPES is 11370 Anderson St Ste 1800, Loma Linda, CA 92354-3450.
- What is Kakarla Chalam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kakarla Chalam is (909) 558-2154.
- Does Kakarla Chalam accept Medicare?
- Kakarla Chalam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kakarla Chalam's NPI active?
- Yes — Kakarla Chalam's NPI (1336112812) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.