W Cies, M.D.
NPI 1922041904 · Ophthalmology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
W Cies, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1922041904).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922041904
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G24340 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Eye and Vision Services Providers
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
2,380 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 | 704 | $140 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 440 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 278 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 264 | $99 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 194 | $45 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 193 | $72 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 197 | 50 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 127 | 34 |
| Timolol Maleate | 97 | 24 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 72 | 61 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 71 | 33 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 57 | 15 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$181 across 7 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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2016-03-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is W Cies's NPI number?
- W Cies's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922041904, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is W Cies's specialty?
- W Cies is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is W Cies located?
- W Cies's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 Newport Center Dr #404, Newport Beach, CA 92660-7687.
- What is W Cies's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for W Cies is (949) 640-2023.
- Does W Cies accept Medicare?
- W Cies is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is W Cies's NPI active?
- Yes — W Cies's NPI (1922041904) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-03-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.