Ardalan Aminlari, MD
NPI 1639497258 · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Encinitas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ardalan Aminlari, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Encinitas, CA (NPI 1639497258).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639497258
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A135596 (CA)
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
16 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
4,202 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 | 1,099 | $138 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 584 | $40 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 297 | $30 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 269 | $189 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 240 | $39 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 223 | $71 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 558 | 145 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 258 | 69 |
| Timolol Maleate | 208 | 57 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 110 | 37 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 67 | 20 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 35 | 30 |
| Dorzolamide/Timolol/Pfbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,809 across 40 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)
- 500 University DrUpc 1 Suite 800Hershey, PA 17033-2360Phone: (717) 531-4748
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-06
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ardalan Aminlari's NPI number?
- Ardalan Aminlari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639497258, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ardalan Aminlari's specialty?
- Ardalan Aminlari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ardalan Aminlari located?
- Ardalan Aminlari's practice location on file with NPPES is 477 N El Camino Real Ste C202, Encinitas, CA 92024-1332.
- What is Ardalan Aminlari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ardalan Aminlari is (760) 631-3500.
- Does Ardalan Aminlari accept Medicare?
- Ardalan Aminlari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ardalan Aminlari's NPI active?
- Yes — Ardalan Aminlari's NPI (1639497258) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.