Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Samuel, M.D.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Palm Desert, CA
- NPI 1730175670
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
44139 Monterey Ave Ste A
Palm Desert, CA 922608700
(760) 779-0800
fax (760) 779-0801 - Mailing address
-
800 Fairmount Ave, Suite 312
Pasadena, CA 911053150
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 5, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A83237 · Ohio #35090825
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730175670. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
22,081
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$2,891,640
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 5,402 | 27 | $36 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 4,124 | 168 | $234 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 2,046 | 678 | $42 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 2,016 | 1,122 | $146 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 2,013 | 1,120 | $36 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,886 | 1,091 | $93 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,697 | 304 | $117 | |
Q5128 |
Injection, ranibizumab-eqrn (cimerli), biosimilar, 0.1 mg | 849 | 93 | $269 | |
J7313 |
Injection, fluocinolone acetonide, intravitreal implant (iluvien), 0.01 mg | 456 | 15 | $483 | |
J7999 |
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified | 358 | 140 | $93 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Palm Desert Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician, average services per provider: 1,612. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$467
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $174.35 | |
| Alimera Sciences, INC. | 2 | $158.71 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $133.61 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,696
Patients
871
Total drug cost
$45,744
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 631 | 222 | $11,761 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 323 | 236 | $14,160 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 229 | 185 | $2,990 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 136 | 51 | $2,058 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 119 | 64 | $3,096 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 77 | 25 | $1,589 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 69 | 27 | $2,266 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 48 | 43 | $1,401 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 42 | 18 | $1,611 |
| Atropine Sulfate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $380 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Samuel's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Samuel practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Palm Desert, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Samuel practice?
Dr. Michael Samuel practices at 44139 Monterey Ave Ste A, Palm Desert, CA 922608700. Office phone: 7607790800.
What is Dr. Michael Samuel's NPI?
Dr. Michael Samuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730175670, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Samuel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Samuel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Samuel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2778); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.