Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vitaliy Zak, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Palm Desert, CA
- NPI 1669566535
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 12 locations across 2 states.
- Primary practice
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44139 Monterey Ave Ste A
Palm Desert, CA 922608700
(760) 469-5195
Texas — 8 locations
- Additional location
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1000 E Expressway 83
La Joya, TX 785608301
(956) 583-2020
fax (956) 583-2025 - Additional location
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1006 E Hillside RD
Laredo, TX 780413287
(956) 724-7179
fax (956) 725-2402 - Additional location
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103 S Gardner St
Falfurrias, TX 783554217
(956) 631-8875
fax (956) 631-9134 - Additional location
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1113 Central Blvd Ste E
Brownsville, TX 785207532
(956) 504-1202
fax (956) 504-1306 - Additional location
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1205 N Ed Carey Dr
Harlingen, TX 785509207
(956) 423-2100
fax (956) 423-2485 - Additional location
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1309 E Ridge RD Ste 1
McAllen, TX 785031518
(956) 631-8875
fax (956) 683-1502 - Additional location
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1331 E 6Th St
Weslaco, TX 785966601
(956) 375-2820
fax (956) 375-2818 - Additional location
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506 E van Buren Ave
Harlingen, TX 785506836
(956) 423-4333
fax (956) 425-2020
California — 3 locations
- Additional location
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116 N Plaza St
Brawley, CA 922272426
(760) 344-4330 - Additional location
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1801 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 922627120
(760) 269-4291 - Additional location
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47474 Washington St
La Quinta, CA 922538846
(760) 469-5213
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 22, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- California #C193067 · Washington #MD00044090 · Texas #S6335
- Medicaid (2)
- WA #8408023 · CA #1669566535
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669566535. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,809
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$830,297
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 2,580 | 14 | $36 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 579 | 143 | $110 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 489 | 286 | $38 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 488 | 32 | $215 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 482 | 61 | $873 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 310 | 209 | $120 | |
J9035 |
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg | 173 | 53 | $71 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 146 | 94 | $122 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 86 | 86 | $142 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 80 | 60 | $32 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Palm Desert Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 138. This provider delivers 42× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$696
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 2 | $266.94 | |
| Alimera Sciences, INC. | 1 | $135.16 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $127.81 | |
| RxSight INC | 1 | $83.33 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $65.99 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $16.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,305
Patients
644
Total drug cost
$75,998
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 305 | 148 | $10,779 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 254 | 172 | $14,420 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 239 | 73 | $5,031 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 91 | 79 | $1,500 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 87 | 36 | $1,539 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 63 | 25 | $2,394 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 57 | 46 | $2,038 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 40 | 20 | $767 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 38 | 15 | $14,725 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $11,898 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vitaliy Zak's medical specialty?
Dr. Vitaliy Zak practices Ophthalmology Physician in Palm Desert, CA.
Where does Dr. Vitaliy Zak practice?
Dr. Vitaliy Zak practices at 44139 Monterey Ave Ste A, Palm Desert, CA 922608700. Office phone: 7604695195.
What is Dr. Vitaliy Zak's NPI?
Dr. Vitaliy Zak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669566535, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vitaliy Zak accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vitaliy Zak accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vitaliy Zak commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Injection of drug into eye (HCPCS 67028); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.