Derek Kuhl, MD, PHD
NPI 1629074844 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bryan, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derek Kuhl, MD, PHD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bryan, TX (NPI 1629074844).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629074844
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L2390 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
9,096 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,558 | $40 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 2,354 | $124 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 2,188 | $112 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 1,354 | $83 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 381 | $89 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 178 | $146 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 194 | 108 |
| Timolol Maleate | 148 | 59 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 124 | 36 |
| Latanoprost | 121 | 39 |
| Ofloxacin | 99 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 89 | 37 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 65 | 33 |
| Cyclosporine | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$212 across 9 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
- 2005-06-22
- Last updated
- 2021-05-06
- Certified
- 2021-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derek Kuhl's NPI number?
- Derek Kuhl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629074844, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derek Kuhl's specialty?
- Derek Kuhl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Derek Kuhl located?
- Derek Kuhl's practice location on file with NPPES is 2806 E 29th St, Bryan, TX 77802-2601.
- What is Derek Kuhl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derek Kuhl is (979) 776-8330.
- Does Derek Kuhl accept Medicare?
- Derek Kuhl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derek Kuhl's NPI active?
- Yes — Derek Kuhl's NPI (1629074844) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.