Luis Silva Alvarez, M.D.
NPI 1912362708 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luis Silva Alvarez, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1912362708).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912362708
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 292143 (NY)
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
10 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
3,493 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 931 | $17 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 569 | $71 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 522 | $100 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 517 | $140 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 230 | $38 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 162 | $30 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 667 | 169 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 503 | 138 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 434 | 106 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 356 | 83 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 346 | 82 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 345 | 170 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 237 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,008 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
- 2015-12-21
- Last updated
- 2019-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luis Silva Alvarez's NPI number?
- Luis Silva Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912362708, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luis Silva Alvarez's specialty?
- Luis Silva Alvarez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luis Silva Alvarez located?
- Luis Silva Alvarez's practice location on file with NPPES is 310 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003-4201.
- What is Luis Silva Alvarez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luis Silva Alvarez is (212) 477-7540.
- Does Luis Silva Alvarez accept Medicare?
- Luis Silva Alvarez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luis Silva Alvarez's NPI active?
- Yes — Luis Silva Alvarez's NPI (1912362708) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.