Kunal Kanitkar, M.D.
NPI 1639210925 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lexington, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kunal Kanitkar, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lexington, SC (NPI 1639210925).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639210925
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24113 (SC)
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
19 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
5,453 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 951 | $120 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 686 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 663 | $85 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 629 | $16 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 447 | $58 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 506 | 151 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 221 | 112 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 218 | 53 |
| Cyclosporine | 161 | 68 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 159 | 58 |
| Timolol Maleate | 150 | 51 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 148 | 51 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15,157 across 50 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
- 2007-02-09
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kunal Kanitkar's NPI number?
- Kunal Kanitkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639210925, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kunal Kanitkar's specialty?
- Kunal Kanitkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kunal Kanitkar located?
- Kunal Kanitkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 340 W Butler St, Lexington, SC 29072-2606.
- What is Kunal Kanitkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kunal Kanitkar is (803) 359-8777.
- Does Kunal Kanitkar accept Medicare?
- Kunal Kanitkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kunal Kanitkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Kunal Kanitkar's NPI (1639210925) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.