Margaret Wheat, MD
NPI 1427045814 · Ophthalmology Physician · Shreveport, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Margaret Wheat, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Shreveport, LA (NPI 1427045814).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427045814
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 025707 (LA)
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
2,699 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 | 645 | $117 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 478 | $83 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 289 | $33 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 191 | $34 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 175 | $37 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 139 | $15 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 436 | 132 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 179 | 82 |
| Cyclosporine | 80 | 32 |
| Timolol Maleate | 70 | 23 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 62 | 41 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 38 | 12 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$642 across 22 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
- 2005-09-30
- Last updated
- 2025-10-20
- Certified
- 2025-10-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Margaret Wheat's NPI number?
- Margaret Wheat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427045814, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Margaret Wheat's specialty?
- Margaret Wheat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Margaret Wheat located?
- Margaret Wheat's practice location on file with NPPES is 7607 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105-5501.
- What is Margaret Wheat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Margaret Wheat is (318) 212-3937.
- Does Margaret Wheat accept Medicare?
- Margaret Wheat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Margaret Wheat's NPI active?
- Yes — Margaret Wheat's NPI (1427045814) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.