Ronald Smith, MD
NPI 1649272436 · Ophthalmology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Smith, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1649272436).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649272436
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G081227 (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
20 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
675 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 | 294 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $99 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 68 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 58 | $72 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 47 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 39 | $178 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 344 | 88 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 118 | 63 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 63 | 27 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 58 | 42 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 45 | 21 |
| Cyclosporine | 44 | 13 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 43 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$192 across 3 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
- 2005-08-11
- Last updated
- 2025-01-29
- Certified
- 2025-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Smith's NPI number?
- Ronald Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649272436, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Smith's specialty?
- Ronald Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Smith located?
- Ronald Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 1807 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203, Santa Monica, CA 90403-5790.
- What is Ronald Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Smith is (310) 829-0160.
- Does Ronald Smith accept Medicare?
- Ronald Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Smith's NPI (1649272436) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.