Sam Cohlmia, M.D.
NPI 1780641878 · Specialist · Wichita, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Cohlmia, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Wichita, KS (NPI 1780641878).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780641878
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0427225 (KS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
2,319 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 514 | $32 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 479 | $116 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 270 | $36 |
| Ultrasound Scan to Determine Eye Length and Lens Power76519 | 191 | $61 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 186 | $82 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 169 | $57 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 391 | 91 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 307 | 184 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 283 | 168 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 268 | 165 |
| Timolol Maleate | 125 | 32 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 84 | 12 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 82 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$162 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
- 2006-05-01
- Last updated
- 2011-01-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Cohlmia's NPI number?
- Sam Cohlmia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780641878, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Cohlmia's specialty?
- Sam Cohlmia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Sam Cohlmia located?
- Sam Cohlmia's practice location on file with NPPES is 9449 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67206-2969.
- What is Sam Cohlmia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Cohlmia is (316) 264-8932.
- Does Sam Cohlmia accept Medicare?
- Sam Cohlmia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Cohlmia's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Cohlmia's NPI (1780641878) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.