Ufuk Cardakli, M.D.
NPI 1609849132 · Ophthalmology Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ufuk Cardakli, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1609849132).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609849132
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD050928L (PA)
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
20 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
1,861 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 | 754 | $89 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 308 | $39 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 237 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 231 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 159 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 48 | $126 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 441 | 106 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 252 | 61 |
| Brinzolamide | 133 | 30 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 108 | 29 |
| Timolol Maleate | 101 | 30 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 95 | 29 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 74 | 22 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$222 across 10 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
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2011-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ufuk Cardakli's NPI number?
- Ufuk Cardakli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609849132, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ufuk Cardakli's specialty?
- Ufuk Cardakli is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ufuk Cardakli located?
- Ufuk Cardakli's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Howard Ave Ste F3, Altoona, PA 16601-4818.
- What is Ufuk Cardakli's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ufuk Cardakli is (814) 943-7777.
- Does Ufuk Cardakli accept Medicare?
- Ufuk Cardakli is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ufuk Cardakli's NPI active?
- Yes — Ufuk Cardakli's NPI (1609849132) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.