Nicolas Biro, MD
NPI 1497959332 · Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician · West Covina, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicolas Biro, MD is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician provider in West Covina, CA (NPI 1497959332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497959332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 247912 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
995 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 326 | $26 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 171 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 95 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 69 | $99 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 56 | $121 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 50 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 758 | 535 |
| Diazepam | 234 | 229 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 118 | 92 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 52 | 41 |
| Fluorometholone | 49 | 38 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 25 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,635 across 39 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
- 2007-06-13
- Last updated
- 2026-02-12
- Certified
- 2024-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicolas Biro's NPI number?
- Nicolas Biro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497959332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicolas Biro's specialty?
- Nicolas Biro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicolas Biro located?
- Nicolas Biro's practice location on file with NPPES is 1135 S Sunset Ave Ste 210, West Covina, CA 91790-3938.
- What is Nicolas Biro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicolas Biro is (626) 653-9395.
- Does Nicolas Biro accept Medicare?
- Nicolas Biro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicolas Biro's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicolas Biro's NPI (1497959332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.