Carol Yu, OD
NPI 1639697451 · Optometrist · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Yu, OD is a Optometrist provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1639697451).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639697451
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- OPT34047 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 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
630 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 136 | $97 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 101 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 95 | $137 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 53 | $71 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 46 | $30 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 42 | $11 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 80 | 60 |
| Cyclosporine | 37 | 12 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 25 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 24 | — |
| Latanoprost | 21 | 15 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 18 | 13 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$553 across 7 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)
- 3200 S University DrDavie, FL 33328-2018Phone: (954) 262-4235Fax: (954) 262-3904
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-08-31
- Last updated
- 2018-10-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Yu's NPI number?
- Carol Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639697451, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Yu's specialty?
- Carol Yu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Carol Yu located?
- Carol Yu's practice location on file with NPPES is 9415 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093.
- What is Carol Yu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Yu is (858) 534-6290.
- Does Carol Yu accept Medicare?
- Carol Yu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Yu's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Yu's NPI (1639697451) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.