Vandana Minnal, M.D.
NPI 1740424894 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vandana Minnal, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1740424894).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740424894
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2014-01460 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
3,505 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 | 1,407 | $120 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 699 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 500 | $59 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 248 | $117 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 98 | $481 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 96 | $44 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 2,487 | 648 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 1,002 | 273 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 871 | 243 |
| Timolol Maleate | 798 | 225 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 514 | 150 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 447 | 232 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 334 | 84 |
| Moxifloxacin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$712 across 28 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
- 2009-04-20
- Last updated
- 2022-03-31
- Certified
- 2022-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vandana Minnal's NPI number?
- Vandana Minnal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740424894, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vandana Minnal's specialty?
- Vandana Minnal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vandana Minnal located?
- Vandana Minnal's practice location on file with NPPES is 135 S Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211-2842.
- What is Vandana Minnal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vandana Minnal is (917) 434-3651.
- Does Vandana Minnal accept Medicare?
- Vandana Minnal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vandana Minnal's NPI active?
- Yes — Vandana Minnal's NPI (1740424894) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.