Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Dea, M.D., PH.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1780630467
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1515 N Vermont Ave, 7Th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 900275337
(800) 954-8000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 30, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A87461
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780630467. Last verified May 11, 2026.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$378
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $242.81 | |
| Genentech, Inc. | 1 | $135.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,606
Patients
665
Total drug cost
$82,562
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 573 | 244 | $9,633 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 356 | 151 | $8,902 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 247 | 76 | $35,313 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 136 | 60 | $2,031 |
| Levobunolol Hcl | Generic | 85 | 35 | $4,075 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 54 | 23 | $1,198 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 42 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Atropine Sulfate | Generic | 34 | 32 | $1,659 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $708 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 21 | 15 | $298 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Dea's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Dea practices Ophthalmology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Melvin Dea practice?
Dr. Melvin Dea practices at 1515 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900275337. Office phone: 8009548000.
What is Dr. Melvin Dea's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Dea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780630467, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Dea accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Dea accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.