Joseph Tauber, M.D.
NPI 1760488837 · Ophthalmology Physician · Kansas City, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Tauber, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Kansas City, MO (NPI 1760488837).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760488837
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0427169 (KS)
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
21 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
82 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 44 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 20 | $88 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 18 | $120 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $85–$120 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
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 | 66 | 26 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 48 | 19 |
| Azithromycin | 46 | 15 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 30 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 21 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 15 | — |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 13 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$162 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
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2023-03-28
- Certified
- 2023-03-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Tauber's NPI number?
- Joseph Tauber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760488837, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Tauber's specialty?
- Joseph Tauber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Tauber located?
- Joseph Tauber's practice location on file with NPPES is 4400 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64111-3342.
- What is Joseph Tauber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Tauber is (816) 531-9100.
- Does Joseph Tauber accept Medicare?
- Joseph Tauber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Tauber's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Tauber's NPI (1760488837) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.