Kyle Acosta, MD
NPI 1518959154 · Ophthalmology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kyle Acosta, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1518959154).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518959154
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 020533 (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
778 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 166 | $97 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 157 | $18 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Face64612 | 144 | $147 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 134 | $75 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Intermediate Testing92082 | 71 | $40 |
| Repair of Tendon of Upper Eyelid67904 | 30 | $696 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 501 | 283 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 216 | 197 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 152 | 118 |
| Desonide | 64 | 58 |
| Alprazolam | 53 | 50 |
| Azithromycin | 19 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 15 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2005-08-19
- Last updated
- 2008-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kyle Acosta's NPI number?
- Kyle Acosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518959154, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kyle Acosta's specialty?
- Kyle Acosta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kyle Acosta located?
- Kyle Acosta's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 Greenbriar Blvd, Covington, LA 70433-7235.
- What is Kyle Acosta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kyle Acosta is (985) 898-2001.
- Does Kyle Acosta accept Medicare?
- Kyle Acosta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kyle Acosta's NPI active?
- Yes — Kyle Acosta's NPI (1518959154) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.