Vitaliy Zak, M.D.
NPI 1669566535 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Palm Desert, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vitaliy Zak, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Palm Desert, CA (NPI 1669566535).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669566535
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S6335 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
12 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,453 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 823 | $40 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 416 | $112 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 305 | $126 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 201 | $168 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 178 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 122 | $93 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 266 | 95 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 264 | 179 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 210 | 107 |
| Ofloxacin | 121 | 97 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 98 | 44 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 89 | 43 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 46 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$696 across 9 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 (11)
- 116 N Plaza StBrawley, CA 92227-2426Phone: (760) 344-4330
- 47474 Washington StLa Quinta, CA 92253-8846Phone: (760) 469-5213
- 1801 E Tahquitz Canyon WayPalm Springs, CA 92262-7120Phone: (760) 269-4291
- 1113 Central Blvd Ste EBrownsville, TX 78520-7532Phone: (956) 504-1202Fax: (956) 504-1306
- 103 S Gardner StFalfurrias, TX 78355-4217Phone: (956) 631-8875Fax: (956) 631-9134
- 1205 N Ed Carey DrHarlingen, TX 78550-9207Phone: (956) 423-2100Fax: (956) 423-2485
- 506 E Van Buren AveHarlingen, TX 78550-6836Phone: (956) 423-4333Fax: (956) 425-2020
- 1000 E Expressway 83La Joya, TX 78560-8301Phone: (956) 583-2020Fax: (956) 583-2025
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2026-05-22
- Certified
- 2026-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vitaliy Zak's NPI number?
- Vitaliy Zak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669566535, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vitaliy Zak's specialty?
- Vitaliy Zak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vitaliy Zak located?
- Vitaliy Zak's practice location on file with NPPES is 44139 Monterey Ave Ste a, Palm Desert, CA 92260-8700.
- What is Vitaliy Zak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vitaliy Zak is (760) 469-5195.
- Does Vitaliy Zak accept Medicare?
- Vitaliy Zak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vitaliy Zak's NPI active?
- Yes — Vitaliy Zak's NPI (1669566535) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.