Benjamin Katz, M.D.
NPI 1598907883 · Ophthalmology Physician · Corona, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Katz, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Corona, CA (NPI 1598907883).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598907883
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A125772 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,036 | 345 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 566 | 399 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 456 | 160 |
| Timolol Maleate | 261 | 93 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 243 | 83 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 203 | 143 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 72 | 27 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 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
- 2009-04-01
- Last updated
- 2022-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Katz's NPI number?
- Benjamin Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598907883, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Katz's specialty?
- Benjamin Katz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Katz located?
- Benjamin Katz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1124 S Main St, Corona, CA 92882-4449.
- What is Benjamin Katz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Katz is (951) 737-6363.
- Does Benjamin Katz accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Katz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Katz's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Katz's NPI (1598907883) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.