Joseph Sowka, O.D.
NPI 1629143938 · Optometrist · Venice, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sowka, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Venice, FL (NPI 1629143938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629143938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OPC2394 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,339 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 430 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 404 | $89 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 106 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 84 | $126 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 83 | $143 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 71 | $112 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 284 | 98 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 120 | 38 |
| Timolol Maleate | 44 | 13 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 43 | 35 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 42 | 17 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 36 | 28 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21,782 across 33 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1800 S Mccall RdEnglewood, FL 34223-4958Phone: (941) 480-2135
- 14844 Tamiami TrlNorth Port, FL 34287-2701Phone: (941) 480-2135
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-21
- Last updated
- 2022-02-24
- Certified
- 2022-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sowka's NPI number?
- Joseph Sowka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629143938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sowka's specialty?
- Joseph Sowka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Joseph Sowka located?
- Joseph Sowka's practice location on file with NPPES is 1360 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285-9066.
- What is Joseph Sowka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sowka is (941) 480-2135.
- Does Joseph Sowka accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sowka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sowka's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sowka's NPI (1629143938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.