John Whitehead, M.D.
NPI 1891866679 · Ophthalmology Physician · Seattle, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Whitehead, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Seattle, WA (NPI 1891866679).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891866679
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 49193-20 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
2,838 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 424 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 369 | $100 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, First 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99426 | 329 | $67 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 193 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 187 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 944 | 203 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 417 | 121 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 222 | 130 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 142 | 46 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 129 | 97 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 96 | 69 |
| Timolol Maleate | 79 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,102 across 20 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
- 2006-11-13
- Last updated
- 2024-01-03
- Certified
- 2024-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Whitehead's NPI number?
- John Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891866679, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Whitehead's specialty?
- John Whitehead is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Whitehead located?
- John Whitehead's practice location on file with NPPES is 1229 Madison St Ste 1250, Seattle, WA 98104-3568.
- What is John Whitehead's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Whitehead is (206) 212-2100.
- Does John Whitehead accept Medicare?
- John Whitehead is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Whitehead's NPI active?
- Yes — John Whitehead's NPI (1891866679) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.