Zuhair Shihab, MD
NPI 1639178999 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lubbock, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zuhair Shihab, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lubbock, TX (NPI 1639178999).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639178999
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G2845 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,022 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 | 1,639 | $84 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 699 | $60 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 531 | $33 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 312 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 309 | $119 |
| Laser Repair to Improve Eye Fluid Flow65855 | 158 | $192 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 3,165 | 1,060 |
| Timolol Maleate | 1,369 | 446 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 1,311 | 420 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 1,038 | 365 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 474 | 344 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 449 | 133 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 437 | 126 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,025 across 25 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)
- 5109 80th StLubbock, TX 79424-3017Phone: (806) 792-5900
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-19
- Last updated
- 2019-06-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zuhair Shihab's NPI number?
- Zuhair Shihab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639178999, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zuhair Shihab's specialty?
- Zuhair Shihab is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zuhair Shihab located?
- Zuhair Shihab's practice location on file with NPPES is 3611 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79413-3911.
- What is Zuhair Shihab's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zuhair Shihab is (806) 792-5900.
- Does Zuhair Shihab accept Medicare?
- Zuhair Shihab is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zuhair Shihab's NPI active?
- Yes — Zuhair Shihab's NPI (1639178999) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-06-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.