James Katz, MD
NPI 1477587509 · Ophthalmology Physician · Des Plaines, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Katz, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Des Plaines, IL (NPI 1477587509).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477587509
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036093165 (IL)
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
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
3,600 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 | 1,394 | $127 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 583 | $40 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 227 | $36 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 209 | $28 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 209 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 188 | $64 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 359 | 106 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 113 | 29 |
| Timolol Maleate | 94 | 34 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 67 | 21 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 37 | 19 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 31 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$105,513 across 123 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
- 2006-07-11
- Last updated
- 2025-09-26
- Certified
- 2025-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Katz's NPI number?
- James Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477587509, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Katz's specialty?
- James Katz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Katz located?
- James Katz's practice location on file with NPPES is 8901 Golf Rd Ste 300, Des Plaines, IL 60016-4029.
- What is James Katz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Katz is (847) 824-3127.
- Does James Katz accept Medicare?
- James Katz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Katz's NPI active?
- Yes — James Katz's NPI (1477587509) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.