Gary Jacobs, MD
NPI 1992772552 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Jacobs, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1992772552).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992772552
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G41820 (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
972 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 | 269 | $98 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 199 | $138 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 79 | $50 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 71 | $39 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 67 | $577 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 56 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 344 | 74 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 233 | 139 |
| Timolol Maleate | 153 | 45 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 97 | 81 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 54 | 30 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 47 | 45 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 46 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 6 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
- 2006-03-02
- Last updated
- 2010-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Jacobs's NPI number?
- Gary Jacobs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992772552, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Jacobs's specialty?
- Gary Jacobs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Jacobs located?
- Gary Jacobs's practice location on file with NPPES is 681 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910-5703.
- What is Gary Jacobs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Jacobs is (619) 420-2111.
- Does Gary Jacobs accept Medicare?
- Gary Jacobs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Jacobs's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Jacobs's NPI (1992772552) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.