Peter Kappel, M.D.
NPI 1659407534 · Ophthalmology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Kappel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1659407534).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659407534
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A88426 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 529 | 183 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 315 | 100 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 270 | 142 |
| Timolol Maleate | 159 | 66 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 151 | 59 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 132 | 81 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 112 | 71 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-26
- Last updated
- 2021-12-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Kappel's NPI number?
- Peter Kappel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659407534, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Kappel's specialty?
- Peter Kappel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Kappel located?
- Peter Kappel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1908 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1927.
- What is Peter Kappel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Kappel is (310) 829-5475.
- Does Peter Kappel accept Medicare?
- Peter Kappel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Kappel's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Kappel's NPI (1659407534) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.