Samir Shah, M.D.
NPI 1871545434 · Ophthalmology Physician · Huntington Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samir Shah, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Huntington Beach, CA (NPI 1871545434).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871545434
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A85961 (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
1,279 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 | 238 | $140 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 174 | $100 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 132 | $166 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 118 | $572 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 92 | $52 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 79 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 264 | 218 |
| Ofloxacin | 241 | 213 |
| Latanoprost | 59 | 18 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 53 | 18 |
| Cyclosporine | 36 | 15 |
| Timolol Maleate | 17 | — |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 15 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$262 across 10 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
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2014-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samir Shah's NPI number?
- Samir Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871545434, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samir Shah's specialty?
- Samir Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samir Shah located?
- Samir Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 18582 Main St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-1701.
- What is Samir Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samir Shah is (714) 965-9696.
- Does Samir Shah accept Medicare?
- Samir Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samir Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Samir Shah's NPI (1871545434) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.