Paula Ko, MD
NPI 1942216320 · Ophthalmology Physician · Wilmington, DE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paula Ko, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Wilmington, DE (NPI 1942216320).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942216320
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C1-0004380 (DE)
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
3,667 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,581 | $39 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 904 | $118 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 756 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 117 | $125 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 101 | $87 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 46 | $62 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 196 | 106 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 95 | 52 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 87 | 50 |
| Latanoprost | 85 | 25 |
| Timolol Maleate | 81 | 39 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 70 | 20 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 53 | 19 |
| Cyclosporine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$314 across 14 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
- 2006-07-31
- Last updated
- 2008-08-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paula Ko's NPI number?
- Paula Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942216320, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paula Ko's specialty?
- Paula Ko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paula Ko located?
- Paula Ko's practice location on file with NPPES is 1207 N Scott St, Wilmington, DE 19806-4059.
- What is Paula Ko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paula Ko is (302) 652-3353.
- Does Paula Ko accept Medicare?
- Paula Ko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paula Ko's NPI active?
- Yes — Paula Ko's NPI (1942216320) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-08-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.