Claudia Hooten, M.D.
NPI 1629360458 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Claudia Hooten, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1629360458).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629360458
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD2025-0219 (NM)
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
15 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
10,240 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 | 2,769 | $43 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 2,701 | $134 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 2,172 | $16 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,338 | $133 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 380 | $26 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 236 | $177 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 93 | 51 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 90 | 62 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 27 | 15 |
| Ofloxacin | 25 | 24 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 17 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 15 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 12 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$10,568 across 35 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)
- 3900 E Lohman AveLas Cruces, NM 88011-8268Phone: (915) 532-3912Fax: (915) 533-8442
- 11331 James Watt Dr Ste 400El Paso, TX 79936-6405Phone: (915) 532-3912Fax: (915) 533-8442
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-05-12
- Last updated
- 2026-03-05
- Certified
- 2026-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Claudia Hooten's NPI number?
- Claudia Hooten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629360458, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Claudia Hooten's specialty?
- Claudia Hooten is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Claudia Hooten located?
- Claudia Hooten's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 Curie Dr Ste 3800, El Paso, TX 79902-2985.
- What is Claudia Hooten's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Claudia Hooten is (915) 532-3912.
- Does Claudia Hooten accept Medicare?
- Claudia Hooten is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Claudia Hooten's NPI active?
- Yes — Claudia Hooten's NPI (1629360458) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.