James Safar, M.D.
NPI 1518916626 · Ophthalmology Physician · Rockwall, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Safar, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Rockwall, TX (NPI 1518916626).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518916626
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J8753 (TX)
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
289 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 82 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 60 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 | $87 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 33 | $119 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 28 | $141 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 19 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 49 | 36 |
| Latanoprost | 39 | 12 |
| Gatifloxacin | 36 | 28 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 36 | 27 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 35 | 11 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 21 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$167 across 2 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
- 2006-05-08
- Last updated
- 2014-09-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Safar's NPI number?
- James Safar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518916626, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Safar's specialty?
- James Safar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Safar located?
- James Safar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 S Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087-4800.
- What is James Safar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Safar is (972) 722-0101.
- Does James Safar accept Medicare?
- James Safar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Safar's NPI active?
- Yes — James Safar's NPI (1518916626) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.