Matthew Kunkel, O.D.
NPI 1538369665 · Optometrist · Watertown, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Kunkel, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Watertown, SD (NPI 1538369665).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538369665
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 643 (SD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
584 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 | 208 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 78 | $86 |
| New Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92002 | 62 | $83 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 45 | $100 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 44 | $35 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 44 | $38 |
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 | 306 | 53 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 133 | 29 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 119 | 26 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 78 | 16 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 50 | 13 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 31 | — |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 30 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94 across 5 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
- 2007-07-18
- Last updated
- 2007-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Kunkel's NPI number?
- Matthew Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538369665, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Kunkel's specialty?
- Matthew Kunkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Matthew Kunkel located?
- Matthew Kunkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1225 4th St Ne, Watertown, SD 57201-1204.
- What is Matthew Kunkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Kunkel is (605) 882-4174.
- Does Matthew Kunkel accept Medicare?
- Matthew Kunkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Kunkel's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Kunkel's NPI (1538369665) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.