Kate Hughes, MD
NPI 1841851441 · Ophthalmology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kate Hughes, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1841851441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841851441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
464 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 | 108 | $127 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 92 | $40 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 59 | $91 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 34 | $26 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 33 | $151 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 31 | $80 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 64 | 38 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 30 | 20 |
| Latanoprost | 30 | 19 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 21 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 17 | 12 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 16 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 16 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$314 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 179 Quincy StBrockton, MA 02302-2966Phone: (508) 894-0400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-06-25
- Last updated
- 2025-04-07
- Certified
- 2025-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kate Hughes's NPI number?
- Kate Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841851441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kate Hughes's specialty?
- Kate Hughes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kate Hughes located?
- Kate Hughes's practice location on file with NPPES is 260 Tremont St Fl 11, Boston, MA 02116-5603.
- What is Kate Hughes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kate Hughes is (617) 636-4600.
- Does Kate Hughes accept Medicare?
- Kate Hughes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kate Hughes's NPI active?
- Yes — Kate Hughes's NPI (1841851441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.