Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brian Samuels, M.D., PH.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1487862348
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.8 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
700 18Th St S Ste 410
Birmingham, AL 352333805
(205) 325-8620 - Mailing address
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Po Box 830941
Birmingham, AL 352830941
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Alabama #26843 · North Carolina #2008-00547 · Indiana #01068383A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487862348. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
362
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$32,271
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 133 | 104 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 104 | 73 | $85 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 56 | 56 | $33 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 50 | 49 | $57 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 19 | 19 | $157 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in Birmingham Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 185. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,547
Patients
471
Total drug cost
$139,903
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 482 | 131 | $11,967 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 229 | 70 | $7,663 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 198 | 64 | $7,064 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 115 | 39 | $2,732 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 101 | 32 | $3,779 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 79 | 51 | $5,982 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 66 | 16 | $20,295 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 58 | 19 | $18,878 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 39 | 0 | $16,053 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 38 | 29 | $517 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brian Samuels's medical specialty?
Dr. Brian Samuels practices Ophthalmology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Brian Samuels practice?
Dr. Brian Samuels practices at 700 18Th St S Ste 410, Birmingham, AL 352333805. Office phone: 2053258620.
What is Dr. Brian Samuels's NPI?
Dr. Brian Samuels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487862348, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brian Samuels accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brian Samuels accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brian Samuels commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.