Alexander Sudarshan, MD
NPI 1518988625 · Ophthalmology Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Sudarshan, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1518988625).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518988625
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G5668 (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
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
1,307 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 284 | $84 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 280 | $38 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 255 | $119 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 95 | $107 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 91 | $35 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 52 | $139 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 986 | 310 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 285 | 238 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 206 | 133 |
| Timolol Maleate | 203 | 69 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 195 | 153 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 117 | 46 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 105 | 83 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$31 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
- 2006-07-22
- Last updated
- 2012-04-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Sudarshan's NPI number?
- Alexander Sudarshan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518988625, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Sudarshan's specialty?
- Alexander Sudarshan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Sudarshan located?
- Alexander Sudarshan's practice location on file with NPPES is 1058 E Los Ebanos Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520-9988.
- What is Alexander Sudarshan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Sudarshan is (956) 541-4828.
- Does Alexander Sudarshan accept Medicare?
- Alexander Sudarshan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Sudarshan's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Sudarshan's NPI (1518988625) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-04-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.