Kent Wellish, M.D.
NPI 1952358426 · Ophthalmology Physician · Las Vegas, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Wellish, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Las Vegas, NV (NPI 1952358426).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952358426
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 7032 (NV)
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
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
1,178 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 229 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 212 | $86 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 191 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 174 | $161 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 172 | $464 |
| Insertion of Drug Delivery Implant Into Tear Duct of Eye68841 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 406 | 210 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 230 | 147 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 217 | 157 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 80 | 55 |
| Latanoprost | 65 | 25 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Cequa | 35 | 15 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 27 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,545 across 30 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
- 2006-05-28
- Last updated
- 2008-12-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Wellish's NPI number?
- Kent Wellish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952358426, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Wellish's specialty?
- Kent Wellish is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Wellish located?
- Kent Wellish's practice location on file with NPPES is 2110 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119-5190.
- What is Kent Wellish's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Wellish is (702) 733-2020.
- Does Kent Wellish accept Medicare?
- Kent Wellish is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Wellish's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Wellish's NPI (1952358426) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-12-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.