Carlos Buznego, M.D.
NPI 1851512354 · Ophthalmology Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Buznego, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1851512354).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851512354
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0058902 (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
1,407 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 398 | $135 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 223 | $65 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 205 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 173 | $96 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 88 | $176 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 3,014 | 643 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 790 | 190 |
| Timolol Maleate | 550 | 138 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 365 | 122 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 197 | 160 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 191 | 37 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 178 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$31,297 across 162 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
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2016-12-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Buznego's NPI number?
- Carlos Buznego's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851512354, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Buznego's specialty?
- Carlos Buznego is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Buznego located?
- Carlos Buznego's practice location on file with NPPES is 8940 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL 33176-2148.
- What is Carlos Buznego's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Buznego is (305) 598-2020.
- Does Carlos Buznego accept Medicare?
- Carlos Buznego is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Buznego's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Buznego's NPI (1851512354) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.