Thomas Kunz, O.D.
NPI 1558642769 · Optometrist · Las Cruces, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Kunz, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Las Cruces, NM (NPI 1558642769).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558642769
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 629 (NM)
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,066 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 | 616 | $109 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 386 | $31 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 189 | $29 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 185 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 175 | $54 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 146 | $75 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 359 | 107 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 192 | 76 |
| Timolol Maleate | 162 | 46 |
| Fluorometholone | 120 | 107 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 106 | 85 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 104 | 24 |
| Cyclosporine | 102 | 44 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$198 across 10 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 780 S Walnut St Bldg 4Las Cruces, NM 88001-1425Phone: (575) 523-5300Fax: (575) 526-1061
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-08-31
- Last updated
- 2023-11-20
- Certified
- 2023-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Kunz's NPI number?
- Thomas Kunz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558642769, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Kunz's specialty?
- Thomas Kunz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Thomas Kunz located?
- Thomas Kunz's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 E Boutz Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88005-3255.
- What is Thomas Kunz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Kunz is (575) 526-3314.
- Does Thomas Kunz accept Medicare?
- Thomas Kunz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Kunz's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Kunz's NPI (1558642769) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.