Kathleen Scarpulla, M.D.
NPI 1790886851 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathleen Scarpulla, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1790886851).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790886851
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036-075323 (IL)
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
4,330 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 1,385 | $22 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 665 | $127 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 378 | $34 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 342 | $521 |
| Insertion of Drug Delivery Implant Into Tear Duct of Eye68841 | 328 | $18 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 304 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 202 | 110 |
| Latanoprost | 146 | 49 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 88 | 40 |
| Nepafenacbrand: Ilevro | 65 | 41 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 52 | 23 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 51 | 34 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 43 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$264 across 11 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
- 2006-09-25
- Last updated
- 2023-04-03
- Certified
- 2023-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathleen Scarpulla's NPI number?
- Kathleen Scarpulla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790886851, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathleen Scarpulla's specialty?
- Kathleen Scarpulla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathleen Scarpulla located?
- Kathleen Scarpulla's practice location on file with NPPES is 3115 N Harlem Ave Ste 300, Chicago, IL 60634-4683.
- What is Kathleen Scarpulla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathleen Scarpulla is (773) 283-2454.
- Does Kathleen Scarpulla accept Medicare?
- Kathleen Scarpulla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathleen Scarpulla's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathleen Scarpulla's NPI (1790886851) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.