Kentaro Yamada, MD
NPI 1629047188 · Ophthalmology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kentaro Yamada, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1629047188).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629047188
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A95387 (CA)
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
527 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 351 | $99 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 80 | $139 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 31 | $177 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 23 | $98 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 21 | $578 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 291 | 68 |
| Cyclosporine | 160 | 42 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 149 | 66 |
| Latanoprost | 147 | 34 |
| Ofloxacin | 113 | 64 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 103 | 61 |
| Timolol Maleate | 95 | 19 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 86 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,673 across 12 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
- 2006-03-16
- Last updated
- 2022-03-10
- Certified
- 2022-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kentaro Yamada's NPI number?
- Kentaro Yamada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629047188, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kentaro Yamada's specialty?
- Kentaro Yamada is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kentaro Yamada located?
- Kentaro Yamada's practice location on file with NPPES is 4094 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103-2143.
- What is Kentaro Yamada's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kentaro Yamada is (619) 299-1100.
- Does Kentaro Yamada accept Medicare?
- Kentaro Yamada is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kentaro Yamada's NPI active?
- Yes — Kentaro Yamada's NPI (1629047188) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.