Karen Dacey, MD
NPI 1982786315 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bethlehem, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Dacey, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bethlehem, PA (NPI 1982786315).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982786315
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD442136 (PA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,421 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 | 985 | $118 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 618 | $37 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 570 | $83 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 348 | $32 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 309 | $59 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 284 | $438 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 327 | 95 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 168 | 49 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 132 | 93 |
| Timolol Maleate | 116 | 37 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 114 | 72 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 98 | 31 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 42 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$275 across 12 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 190 Brodhead Rd Ste 201Bethlehem, PA 18017-8617Phone: (610) 861-8977Fax: (610) 861-9339
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-19
- Last updated
- 2023-05-31
- Certified
- 2023-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Dacey's NPI number?
- Karen Dacey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982786315, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Dacey's specialty?
- Karen Dacey is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Dacey located?
- Karen Dacey's practice location on file with NPPES is 522 Delaware Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18015-1180.
- What is Karen Dacey's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Dacey is (610) 861-8977.
- Does Karen Dacey accept Medicare?
- Karen Dacey is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Dacey's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Dacey's NPI (1982786315) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.