Joshua Babad, M.D.
NPI 1902801939 · Ophthalmology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Babad, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1902801939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902801939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G22841 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
60 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 29 | $134 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 19 | $139 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 12 | $71 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $71–$139 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 310 | 70 |
| Timolol Maleate | 100 | 32 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 69 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 48 | 14 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 35 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 27 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 14 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2008-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Babad's NPI number?
- Joshua Babad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902801939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Babad's specialty?
- Joshua Babad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Babad located?
- Joshua Babad's practice location on file with NPPES is 515 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2309.
- What is Joshua Babad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Babad is (831) 426-2550.
- Does Joshua Babad accept Medicare?
- Joshua Babad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Babad's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Babad's NPI (1902801939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.