Debbie Kuo, M.D.
NPI 1417222050 · Ophthalmology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Debbie Kuo, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1417222050).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417222050
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A125172 (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
14 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
3,619 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 | 1,009 | $155 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 613 | $44 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 408 | $83 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 376 | $19 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 233 | $29 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,230 | 294 |
| Timolol Maleate | 430 | 130 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 303 | 203 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 298 | 78 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 255 | 193 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 207 | 67 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 152 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$241 across 4 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
- 2012-03-15
- Last updated
- 2024-07-03
- Certified
- 2024-07-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Debbie Kuo's NPI number?
- Debbie Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417222050, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Debbie Kuo's specialty?
- Debbie Kuo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Debbie Kuo located?
- Debbie Kuo's practice location on file with NPPES is 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2302.
- What is Debbie Kuo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Debbie Kuo is (650) 853-2974.
- Does Debbie Kuo accept Medicare?
- Debbie Kuo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Debbie Kuo's NPI active?
- Yes — Debbie Kuo's NPI (1417222050) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.