Joseph Trentacoste, MD
NPI 1821018979 · Ophthalmology Physician · Miami Lakes, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Trentacoste, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Miami Lakes, FL (NPI 1821018979).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821018979
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0047681 (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
877 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 167 | $96 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 123 | $128 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 88 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 88 | $135 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 85 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 65 | $65 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 283 | 164 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 216 | 74 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 179 | 33 |
| Timolol Maleate | 135 | 30 |
| Latanoprost | 118 | 31 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 92 | 54 |
| Fluorometholone | 77 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$974 across 45 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
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2010-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Trentacoste's NPI number?
- Joseph Trentacoste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821018979, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Trentacoste's specialty?
- Joseph Trentacoste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Trentacoste located?
- Joseph Trentacoste's practice location on file with NPPES is 15600 Nw 67th Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33014-2174.
- What is Joseph Trentacoste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Trentacoste is (305) 825-2020.
- Does Joseph Trentacoste accept Medicare?
- Joseph Trentacoste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Trentacoste's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Trentacoste's NPI (1821018979) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.