Melinda Hakim, MD
NPI 1588687867 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melinda Hakim, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1588687867).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588687867
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A83655 (CA)
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
1,096 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 | 361 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 158 | $194 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 138 | $43 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 89 | $138 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 87 | $71 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 82 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 56 | 24 |
| Latanoprost | 49 | 11 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 39 | 27 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 30 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 26 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartratebrand: Alphagan P | 20 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$162 across 8 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melinda Hakim's NPI number?
- Melinda Hakim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588687867, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melinda Hakim's specialty?
- Melinda Hakim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melinda Hakim located?
- Melinda Hakim's practice location on file with NPPES is 8635 W 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048-6101.
- What is Melinda Hakim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melinda Hakim is (310) 652-1133.
- Does Melinda Hakim accept Medicare?
- Melinda Hakim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melinda Hakim's NPI active?
- Yes — Melinda Hakim's NPI (1588687867) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.