Maria Bernal, M.D.
NPI 1629267893 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bogalusa, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maria Bernal, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bogalusa, LA (NPI 1629267893).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629267893
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 024111 (LA)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
479 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 | 277 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $123 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 65 | $11 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 41 | $24 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 20 | $161 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $11–$161 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 242 | 110 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 120 | 48 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 109 | 29 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 88 | 37 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 71 | 19 |
| Timolol Maleate | 64 | 22 |
| Nepafenacbrand: Ilevro | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$484 across 17 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 (1)
- 3434 Prytania StSutie 305New Orleans, LA 70115-3532Phone: (504) 897-7989Fax: (504) 897-7980
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-10-23
- Last updated
- 2024-11-06
- Certified
- 2024-11-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maria Bernal's NPI number?
- Maria Bernal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629267893, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maria Bernal's specialty?
- Maria Bernal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maria Bernal located?
- Maria Bernal's practice location on file with NPPES is 433 Plaza St Rm 213, Bogalusa, LA 70427-3729.
- What is Maria Bernal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maria Bernal is (985) 730-7209.
- Does Maria Bernal accept Medicare?
- Maria Bernal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maria Bernal's NPI active?
- Yes — Maria Bernal's NPI (1629267893) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.