Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Kwarcinski, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1710975917
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5510 Highway 280, Suite 213
Birmingham, AL 352426582
(205) 981-0103
fax (205) 981-6428
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 2, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S888TA444
- Medicaid (2)
- AL #000020895 · AL #000020894
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710975917. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,338
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$22,913
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 3,115 | 19 | $1 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 104 | 104 | $115 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 32 | 31 | $83 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 30 | 28 | $36 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 18 | 14 | $32 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 15 | 14 | $57 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 13 | 13 | $138 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 11 | 11 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in Birmingham Optometrist, average services per provider: 87. This provider delivers 38× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$316
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision INC. | 4 | $157.59 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $70.86 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 2 | $35.24 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $20.09 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 1 | $17.00 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $15.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
168
Patients
57
Total drug cost
$27,973
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 30 | 0 | $1,123 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 24 | 21 | $1,648 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $481 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 17 | 14 | $181 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $2,294 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 14 | 11 | $678 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 13 | 11 | $57 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $6,793 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $14,374 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $344 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Kwarcinski's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Kwarcinski practices Optometrist in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Michael Kwarcinski practice?
Dr. Michael Kwarcinski practices at 5510 Highway 280, Birmingham, AL 352426582. Office phone: 2059810103.
What is Dr. Michael Kwarcinski's NPI?
Dr. Michael Kwarcinski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710975917, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Kwarcinski accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Kwarcinski accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Kwarcinski commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.