Asha Kumar, M.D.
NPI 1740395763 · Ophthalmology Physician · Kenmore, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Asha Kumar, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Kenmore, NY (NPI 1740395763).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740395763
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 141694 (NY)
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
19 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
401 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 | 159 | $127 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 125 | $125 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 35 | $35 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 28 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 25 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 16 | $168 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 471 | 145 |
| Fluorometholone | 257 | 88 |
| Cyclosporine | 252 | 104 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 249 | 86 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 109 | 22 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 109 | 47 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 82 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$383 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-20
- Last updated
- 2010-11-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Asha Kumar's NPI number?
- Asha Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740395763, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Asha Kumar's specialty?
- Asha Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Asha Kumar located?
- Asha Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Kenmore Ave, Kenmore, NY 14223-2864.
- What is Asha Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Asha Kumar is (716) 838-5162.
- Does Asha Kumar accept Medicare?
- Asha Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Asha Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Asha Kumar's NPI (1740395763) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-11-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.