Philip Kurica, M.D.
NPI 1528173390 · Ophthalmology Physician · La Place, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Kurica, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in La Place, LA (NPI 1528173390).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528173390
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 015163 (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
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
561 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 190 | $120 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 145 | $38 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 85 | $85 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 44 | $35 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 27 | $27 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 25 | $34 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 248 | 63 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 102 | 68 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 95 | 66 |
| Ofloxacin | 90 | 65 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 80 | 21 |
| Timolol Maleate | 74 | 21 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 58 | 17 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$91 across 4 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
- 2006-08-20
- Last updated
- 2011-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Kurica's NPI number?
- Philip Kurica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528173390, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Kurica's specialty?
- Philip Kurica is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Kurica located?
- Philip Kurica's practice location on file with NPPES is 370 Belle Terre Blvd, La Place, LA 70068-2435.
- What is Philip Kurica's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Kurica is (985) 652-6066.
- Does Philip Kurica accept Medicare?
- Philip Kurica is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Kurica's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Kurica's NPI (1528173390) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.