James Brandt, M.D.
NPI 1578544136 · Ophthalmology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Brandt, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1578544136).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578544136
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G054094 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
3,356 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 735 | $28 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 637 | $22 |
| 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 | 619 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 597 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 311 | $99 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 922 | 307 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 527 | 161 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 224 | 74 |
| Timolol Maleate | 131 | 42 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 120 | 64 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 114 | 45 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 67 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$213 across 6 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
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2007-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Brandt's NPI number?
- James Brandt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578544136, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Brandt's specialty?
- James Brandt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Brandt located?
- James Brandt's practice location on file with NPPES is 4860 Y St Ste 2400, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307.
- What is James Brandt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Brandt is (916) 734-6818.
- Does James Brandt accept Medicare?
- James Brandt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Brandt's NPI active?
- Yes — James Brandt's NPI (1578544136) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.