Kenneth Bonfield, M.D.
NPI 1568476398 · Ophthalmology Physician · Morganton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Bonfield, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Morganton, NC (NPI 1568476398).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568476398
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9400424 (NC)
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
3,788 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,165 | $120 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,082 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 982 | $85 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 502 | $105 |
| Destruction of Leaking Blood Vessels of Retina Using Laser67228 | 24 | $314 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 207 | 59 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 134 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 78 | 24 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 71 | 26 |
| Timolol Maleate | 63 | 19 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 61 | 14 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 55 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$228 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2008-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Bonfield's NPI number?
- Kenneth Bonfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568476398, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Bonfield's specialty?
- Kenneth Bonfield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Bonfield located?
- Kenneth Bonfield's practice location on file with NPPES is 335 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655-5112.
- What is Kenneth Bonfield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Bonfield is (828) 433-1000.
- Does Kenneth Bonfield accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Bonfield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Bonfield's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Bonfield's NPI (1568476398) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.