Eduardo Besser, M.D.
NPI 1972561280 · Ophthalmology Physician · Culver City, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eduardo Besser, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Culver City, CA (NPI 1972561280).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972561280
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A79263 (CA)
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
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
2,008 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 311 | $100 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 281 | $140 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 207 | $165 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 180 | $72 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 168 | $44 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 167 | $41 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 458 | 105 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 363 | 241 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 301 | 196 |
| Ofloxacin | 271 | 192 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 133 | 33 |
| Timolol Maleate | 87 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 54 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,658 across 29 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
- 2006-05-03
- Last updated
- 2011-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eduardo Besser's NPI number?
- Eduardo Besser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972561280, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eduardo Besser's specialty?
- Eduardo Besser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eduardo Besser located?
- Eduardo Besser's practice location on file with NPPES is 9808 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232-2732.
- What is Eduardo Besser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eduardo Besser is (310) 838-0202.
- Does Eduardo Besser accept Medicare?
- Eduardo Besser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eduardo Besser's NPI active?
- Yes — Eduardo Besser's NPI (1972561280) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.