Nimesh Pathak, M.D.
NPI 1396904975 · Ophthalmology Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nimesh Pathak, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1396904975).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396904975
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A113231 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
775 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 208 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 196 | $99 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 61 | $72 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 59 | $589 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 56 | $40 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 43 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 209 | 45 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 64 | 19 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 57 | 33 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 54 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 45 | 12 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 45 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 41 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$714 across 8 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
- 2008-06-09
- Last updated
- 2016-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nimesh Pathak's NPI number?
- Nimesh Pathak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396904975, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nimesh Pathak's specialty?
- Nimesh Pathak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nimesh Pathak located?
- Nimesh Pathak's practice location on file with NPPES is 5175 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90804-3317.
- What is Nimesh Pathak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nimesh Pathak is (562) 431-2748.
- Does Nimesh Pathak accept Medicare?
- Nimesh Pathak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nimesh Pathak's NPI active?
- Yes — Nimesh Pathak's NPI (1396904975) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.