Candace Collins, MD
NPI 1710944509 · Ophthalmology Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Candace Collins, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1710944509).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710944509
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD017396 (LA)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
796 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam to Measure Eye Deviation and Range of Motion92060 | 186 | $58 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 179 | $114 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 161 | $81 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 86 | $23 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 62 | $36 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 51 | $476 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 165 | 38 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 37 | 25 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 35 | 19 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 32 | 23 |
| Timolol Maleate | 28 | 11 |
| Ofloxacin | 27 | 20 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$561 across 13 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 (1)
- 2495 Shreveport HwyPineville, LA 71360-4044Phone: (318) 466-2427
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-27
- Last updated
- 2023-11-16
- Certified
- 2023-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Candace Collins's NPI number?
- Candace Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710944509, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Candace Collins's specialty?
- Candace Collins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Candace Collins located?
- Candace Collins's practice location on file with NPPES is 2250 Gause Blvd E Ste 200, Slidell, LA 70461.
- What is Candace Collins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Candace Collins is (985) 649-0325.
- Does Candace Collins accept Medicare?
- Candace Collins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Candace Collins's NPI active?
- Yes — Candace Collins's NPI (1710944509) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.