Kevin Rice, MD
NPI 1992729859 · Ophthalmology Physician · La Habra, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kevin Rice, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in La Habra, CA (NPI 1992729859).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992729859
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G77174 (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
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
3,217 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 | 1,060 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 449 | $117 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 294 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 209 | $56 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 173 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 168 | $83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 865 | 242 |
| Timolol Maleate | 324 | 107 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 215 | 137 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 193 | 57 |
| Ofloxacin | 137 | 111 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 99 | 41 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 66 | 33 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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)
- 12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 301La Mirada, CA 90638-2235Phone: (562) 967-2870Fax: (562) 967-2871
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2025-09-03
- Certified
- 2025-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kevin Rice's NPI number?
- Kevin Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992729859, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kevin Rice's specialty?
- Kevin Rice is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kevin Rice located?
- Kevin Rice's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 W Whittier Blvd Ste 100, La Habra, CA 90631-0903.
- What is Kevin Rice's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kevin Rice is (562) 694-2500.
- Does Kevin Rice accept Medicare?
- Kevin Rice is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kevin Rice's NPI active?
- Yes — Kevin Rice's NPI (1992729859) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.