Michael Samuel, M.D.
NPI 1730175670 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Palm Desert, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Samuel, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Palm Desert, CA (NPI 1730175670).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730175670
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35090825 (OH)
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
20 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
7,300 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 | 1,579 | $42 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,319 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,234 | $93 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 1,213 | $172 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 1,206 | $35 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 231 | $93 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels and Blood Vessels Between the White Part of Eye and Retina Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 514 | 182 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 281 | 201 |
| Ofloxacin | 219 | 171 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 118 | 36 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 104 | 55 |
| Timolol Maleate | 91 | 32 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 71 | 30 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$467 across 4 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
- 2005-09-26
- Last updated
- 2026-05-22
- Certified
- 2026-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Samuel's NPI number?
- Michael Samuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730175670, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Samuel's specialty?
- Michael Samuel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Samuel located?
- Michael Samuel's practice location on file with NPPES is 44139 Monterey Ave Ste a, Palm Desert, CA 92260-8700.
- What is Michael Samuel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Samuel is (760) 779-0800.
- Does Michael Samuel accept Medicare?
- Michael Samuel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Samuel's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Samuel's NPI (1730175670) 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.