John Latona, MD
NPI 1497700983 · Ophthalmology Physician · Indianapolis, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Latona, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Indianapolis, IN (NPI 1497700983).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497700983
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 01044242A (IN)
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
1,895 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 530 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 491 | $119 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 182 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 151 | $58 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 130 | $487 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,031 | 312 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 465 | 155 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 394 | 257 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 393 | 247 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 308 | 97 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 246 | 206 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 155 | 52 |
| Timolol Maleate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,091 across 65 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
- 2006-05-23
- Last updated
- 2025-03-10
- Certified
- 2020-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Latona's NPI number?
- John Latona's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497700983, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Latona's specialty?
- John Latona is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Latona located?
- John Latona's practice location on file with NPPES is 8071 Township Line Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260-2601.
- What is John Latona's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Latona is (317) 357-8663.
- Does John Latona accept Medicare?
- John Latona is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Latona's NPI active?
- Yes — John Latona's NPI (1497700983) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.