Laurence Kaye, MD
NPI 1598865289 · Ophthalmology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laurence Kaye, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1598865289).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598865289
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24726 (AZ)
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
906 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 211 | $40 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 174 | $527 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 94 | $327 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 90 | $122 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 90 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 82 | $145 |
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 | 263 | 214 |
| Ofloxacin | 249 | 208 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 247 | 209 |
| Latanoprost | 100 | 35 |
| Timolol Maleate | 50 | 18 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 34 | 16 |
| Travoprost | 17 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$173 across 3 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
- 2006-09-23
- Last updated
- 2007-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laurence Kaye's NPI number?
- Laurence Kaye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598865289, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laurence Kaye's specialty?
- Laurence Kaye is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laurence Kaye located?
- Laurence Kaye's practice location on file with NPPES is 4709 E Camp Lowell Dr, Tucson, AZ 85712-1256.
- What is Laurence Kaye's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laurence Kaye is (520) 722-4700.
- Does Laurence Kaye accept Medicare?
- Laurence Kaye is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laurence Kaye's NPI active?
- Yes — Laurence Kaye's NPI (1598865289) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.