Kanwal Matharu, MD
NPI 1649709213 · Ophthalmology Physician · Iowa City, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kanwal Matharu, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Iowa City, IA (NPI 1649709213).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649709213
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD473176 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
655 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 | 107 | $90 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 95 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 75 | $90 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 54 | $18 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 45 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 153 | 88 |
| Fluorometholone | 70 | 27 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 52 | 38 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 47 | 16 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 28 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 23 | 11 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-06-07
- Last updated
- 2023-09-19
- Certified
- 2023-09-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kanwal Matharu's NPI number?
- Kanwal Matharu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649709213, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kanwal Matharu's specialty?
- Kanwal Matharu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kanwal Matharu located?
- Kanwal Matharu's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242-1009.
- What is Kanwal Matharu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kanwal Matharu is (319) 356-4247.
- Does Kanwal Matharu accept Medicare?
- Kanwal Matharu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kanwal Matharu's NPI active?
- Yes — Kanwal Matharu's NPI (1649709213) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.