Kent Small, MD
NPI 1861470783 · Ophthalmology Physician · Glendale, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Small, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Glendale, CA (NPI 1861470783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861470783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A53173 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
12,445 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 | 3,612 | $139 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 2,514 | $122 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 2,176 | $40 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,867 | $44 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 676 | $185 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels and Blood Vessels Between the White Part of Eye and Retina Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92242 | 267 | $323 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporine | 251 | 54 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 241 | 50 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 225 | 49 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 210 | 57 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 167 | 43 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 159 | 30 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Cequa | 151 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,762 across 135 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
- 2006-01-03
- Last updated
- 2023-04-12
- Certified
- 2023-04-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Small's NPI number?
- Kent Small's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861470783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Small's specialty?
- Kent Small is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Small located?
- Kent Small's practice location on file with NPPES is 411 N Central Ave Ste 115, Glendale, CA 91203-3138.
- What is Kent Small's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Small is (818) 552-5040.
- Does Kent Small accept Medicare?
- Kent Small is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Small's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Small's NPI (1861470783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.