Sam Kuchinka, M.D.
NPI 1639412000 · Ophthalmology Physician · Ashland, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Kuchinka, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Ashland, WI (NPI 1639412000).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639412000
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66857-20 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
409 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 | 99 | $122 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 80 | $24 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 59 | $28 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 58 | $156 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 51 | $86 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 25 | $20 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 232 | 65 |
| Timolol Maleate | 102 | 39 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 50 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 37 | 15 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 30 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 18 | 16 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 17 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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)
- 1755 S Grand BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63104-1540Phone: (314) 256-3240
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-03
- Last updated
- 2023-09-28
- Certified
- 2023-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Kuchinka's NPI number?
- Sam Kuchinka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639412000, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Kuchinka's specialty?
- Sam Kuchinka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sam Kuchinka located?
- Sam Kuchinka's practice location on file with NPPES is Memorial Medical Center, Ashland, WI 54806.
- What is Sam Kuchinka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Kuchinka is (715) 685-5500.
- Does Sam Kuchinka accept Medicare?
- Sam Kuchinka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Kuchinka's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Kuchinka's NPI (1639412000) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.