Karl Bentley, M.D.
NPI 1912192816 · Ophthalmology Physician · Weslaco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Bentley, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Weslaco, TX (NPI 1912192816).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912192816
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N3491 (TX)
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
18 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
2,052 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 337 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 336 | $129 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 309 | $124 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 178 | $541 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 177 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 3,769 | 1,114 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 986 | 721 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 796 | 242 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 752 | 582 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 353 | 264 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 286 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 278 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$379 across 15 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
- 2007-09-13
- Last updated
- 2017-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Bentley's NPI number?
- Karl Bentley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912192816, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Bentley's specialty?
- Karl Bentley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Bentley located?
- Karl Bentley's practice location on file with NPPES is 1519 E 6th St, Weslaco, TX 78596-6605.
- What is Karl Bentley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Bentley is (956) 968-3171.
- Does Karl Bentley accept Medicare?
- Karl Bentley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Bentley's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Bentley's NPI (1912192816) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.