Levi Kanu, M.D.
NPI 1710341227 · Ophthalmology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Levi Kanu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1710341227).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710341227
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 282765 (MA)
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
10 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
381 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 | 249 | $101 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 49 | $20 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 25 | $108 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $140 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 20 | $32 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 16 | $3 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 96 | 48 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 71 | 37 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 35 | 12 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 34 | 17 |
| Fluorometholone | 25 | 15 |
| Ofloxacin | 19 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$636 across 5 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
- 2016-04-11
- Last updated
- 2020-06-29
- Certified
- 2020-06-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Levi Kanu's NPI number?
- Levi Kanu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710341227, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Levi Kanu's specialty?
- Levi Kanu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Levi Kanu located?
- Levi Kanu's practice location on file with NPPES is 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-3002.
- What is Levi Kanu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Levi Kanu is (617) 573-4443.
- Does Levi Kanu accept Medicare?
- Levi Kanu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Levi Kanu's NPI active?
- Yes — Levi Kanu's NPI (1710341227) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.