Kristin Bains, M.D.
NPI 1386847374 · Ophthalmology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristin Bains, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1386847374).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386847374
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28255 (AL)
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
19 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
2,131 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 | 570 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 386 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 301 | $114 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 158 | $35 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 146 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 129 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 668 | 287 |
| Fluorometholone | 481 | 143 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 275 | 125 |
| Latanoprost | 256 | 78 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 228 | 59 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 226 | 148 |
| Cyclosporine | 196 | 87 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,343 across 52 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
- 2007-06-07
- Last updated
- 2016-11-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristin Bains's NPI number?
- Kristin Bains's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386847374, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristin Bains's specialty?
- Kristin Bains is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristin Bains located?
- Kristin Bains's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205-4804.
- What is Kristin Bains's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristin Bains is (205) 427-4348.
- Does Kristin Bains accept Medicare?
- Kristin Bains is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristin Bains's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristin Bains's NPI (1386847374) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-11-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.