Ira Opatowsky, MD
NPI 1659374445 · Specialist · Lancaster, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ira Opatowsky, MD is a Specialist provider in Lancaster, CA (NPI 1659374445).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659374445
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G73429 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
5,209 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 | 1,789 | $98 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 875 | $27 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 582 | $561 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 575 | $139 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 211 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 208 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 399 | 126 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 338 | 217 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 250 | 159 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 132 | 38 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 131 | 84 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 128 | 91 |
| Timolol Maleate | 106 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$131 across 6 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2008-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ira Opatowsky's NPI number?
- Ira Opatowsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659374445, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ira Opatowsky's specialty?
- Ira Opatowsky is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Ira Opatowsky located?
- Ira Opatowsky's practice location on file with NPPES is 42543 8th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534-7200.
- What is Ira Opatowsky's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ira Opatowsky is (661) 948-4373.
- Does Ira Opatowsky accept Medicare?
- Ira Opatowsky is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ira Opatowsky's NPI active?
- Yes — Ira Opatowsky's NPI (1659374445) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.