Jean Kassem, MD
NPI 1588844294 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bellingham, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jean Kassem, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bellingham, WA (NPI 1588844294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588844294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60518533 (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
1,426 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 327 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 210 | $130 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 141 | $24 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Limited Testing92081 | 124 | $31 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 99 | $169 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 95 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 320 | 241 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 276 | 169 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 68 | 21 |
| Latanoprost | 36 | 15 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 34 | 23 |
| Timolol Maleate | 24 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94 across 4 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
- 2007-11-09
- Last updated
- 2024-03-25
- Certified
- 2024-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jean Kassem's NPI number?
- Jean Kassem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588844294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jean Kassem's specialty?
- Jean Kassem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jean Kassem located?
- Jean Kassem's practice location on file with NPPES is 4540 Cordata Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226-8059.
- What is Jean Kassem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jean Kassem is (360) 676-8663.
- Does Jean Kassem accept Medicare?
- Jean Kassem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jean Kassem's NPI active?
- Yes — Jean Kassem's NPI (1588844294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.