Sunil Bhandarkar, M.D.
NPI 1518977685 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sunil Bhandarkar, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1518977685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518977685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A91354 (CA)
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
9,791 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 2,971 | $22 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,643 | $99 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 833 | $71 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 785 | $27 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 777 | $41 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 751 | $139 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 1,018 | 371 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 843 | 363 |
| Latanoprost | 828 | 254 |
| Cyclosporine | 679 | 313 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 430 | 291 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 274 | 83 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 225 | 156 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$536 across 26 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
- 2006-08-09
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sunil Bhandarkar's NPI number?
- Sunil Bhandarkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518977685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sunil Bhandarkar's specialty?
- Sunil Bhandarkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sunil Bhandarkar located?
- Sunil Bhandarkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 321 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004-6407.
- What is Sunil Bhandarkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sunil Bhandarkar is (323) 467-7161.
- Does Sunil Bhandarkar accept Medicare?
- Sunil Bhandarkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sunil Bhandarkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Sunil Bhandarkar's NPI (1518977685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.