Melvin Dea, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1780630467 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Dea, M.D., PH.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1780630467).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780630467
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A87461 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 583 | 233 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 346 | 146 |
| Cyclosporine | 279 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 147 | 63 |
| Levobunolol Hcl | 79 | 31 |
| Timolol Maleate | 49 | 23 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 47 | 34 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$378 across 3 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
- 2006-05-25
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Dea's NPI number?
- Melvin Dea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780630467, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Dea's specialty?
- Melvin Dea is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Dea located?
- Melvin Dea's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027-5337.
- What is Melvin Dea's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Dea is (800) 954-8000.
- Does Melvin Dea accept Medicare?
- Melvin Dea is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Dea's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Dea's NPI (1780630467) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.