James Banta, M.D.
NPI 1427023134 · Ophthalmology Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Banta, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1427023134).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427023134
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- ME88328 (FL)
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
20 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
2,543 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 | 779 | $127 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 324 | $90 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 287 | $496 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 184 | $41 |
| Ultrasound Scan to Determine Eye Length and Lens Power76519 | 163 | $69 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 155 | $148 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 251 | 73 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 232 | 173 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 195 | 153 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 160 | 40 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 159 | 144 |
| Timolol Maleate | 95 | 32 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 60 | 18 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
- 2006-02-17
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Banta's NPI number?
- James Banta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427023134, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Banta's specialty?
- James Banta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Banta located?
- James Banta's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 Nw 17th St, Miami, FL 33136-1119.
- What is James Banta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Banta is (305) 326-6000.
- Does James Banta accept Medicare?
- James Banta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Banta's NPI active?
- Yes — James Banta's NPI (1427023134) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.