David Skale, M.D.
NPI 1568636462 · Ophthalmology Physician · Wenatchee, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Skale, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Wenatchee, WA (NPI 1568636462).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568636462
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD6048241 (WA)
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
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
4,852 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,838 | $24 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,224 | $100 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 405 | $74 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 334 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 307 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 160 | 69 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 100 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 71 | 29 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 69 | 23 |
| Timolol Maleate | 38 | 16 |
| Latanoprost | 37 | 11 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,914 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
- 2008-04-22
- Last updated
- 2019-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Skale's NPI number?
- David Skale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568636462, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Skale's specialty?
- David Skale is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Skale located?
- David Skale's practice location on file with NPPES is 933 Red Apple Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801-3370.
- What is David Skale's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Skale is (509) 663-8711.
- Does David Skale accept Medicare?
- David Skale is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Skale's NPI active?
- Yes — David Skale's NPI (1568636462) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.