Shamik Bafna, MD
NPI 1740259829 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lafayette, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shamik Bafna, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lafayette, IN (NPI 1740259829).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740259829
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01046462A (IN)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,486 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 596 | $453 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 590 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 489 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 179 | $124 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 134 | $120 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 190 | 77 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 174 | 148 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 166 | 142 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 36 | 15 |
| Timolol Maleate | 22 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 21 | 19 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$128,032 across 57 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
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2020-10-26
- Certified
- 2020-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shamik Bafna's NPI number?
- Shamik Bafna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740259829, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shamik Bafna's specialty?
- Shamik Bafna is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shamik Bafna located?
- Shamik Bafna's practice location on file with NPPES is 2600 Greenbush Street, Lafayette, IN 47904-2479.
- What is Shamik Bafna's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shamik Bafna is (765) 448-8000.
- Does Shamik Bafna accept Medicare?
- Shamik Bafna is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shamik Bafna's NPI active?
- Yes — Shamik Bafna's NPI (1740259829) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.