Stephen Tate, MD
NPI 1780736975 · Ophthalmology Physician · Vero Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Tate, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Vero Beach, FL (NPI 1780736975).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780736975
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME 105349 (FL)
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
5,817 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,203 | $125 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 1,169 | $36 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 849 | $40 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 778 | $518 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 408 | $88 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 365 | $310 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 903 | 225 |
| Timolol Maleate | 354 | 106 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 263 | 189 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 241 | 62 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 167 | 74 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 114 | 37 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 104 | 32 |
| Bromfenac Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$198 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
- 2007-01-17
- Last updated
- 2014-05-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Tate's NPI number?
- Stephen Tate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780736975, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Tate's specialty?
- Stephen Tate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Tate located?
- Stephen Tate's practice location on file with NPPES is 1055 37th Pl, Vero Beach, FL 32960-6551.
- What is Stephen Tate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Tate is (772) 257-8700.
- Does Stephen Tate accept Medicare?
- Stephen Tate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Tate's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Tate's NPI (1780736975) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-05-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.