Karl Waite, MD
NPI 1598902579 · Ophthalmology Physician · Daytona Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Waite, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Daytona Beach, FL (NPI 1598902579).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598902579
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME120584 (FL)
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
17 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
16,468 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 4,101 | $15 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 3,576 | $38 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 3,454 | $85 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 2,428 | $109 |
| Unclassified DrugsJ3490 | 2,079 | $91 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 410 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 189 | 136 |
| Afliberceptbrand: Eylea | 179 | 52 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 149 | 76 |
| Faricimab-Svoabrand: Vabysmo | 146 | 32 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 53 | 18 |
| Avacincaptad Pegol Sodium/Pfbrand: Izervay | 49 | 12 |
| Difluprednate | 47 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,416 across 43 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
- 2009-01-14
- Last updated
- 2020-10-28
- Certified
- 2020-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Waite's NPI number?
- Karl Waite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598902579, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Waite's specialty?
- Karl Waite is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Waite located?
- Karl Waite's practice location on file with NPPES is 529 Health Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114-1493.
- What is Karl Waite's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Waite is (800) 255-7188.
- Does Karl Waite accept Medicare?
- Karl Waite is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Waite's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Waite's NPI (1598902579) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.