Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Couris, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1063638682
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 17.1 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3969 4Th Ave, Suite 301
San Diego, CA 921033165
(619) 291-6191
fax (619) 291-0049
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 2, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A53265
- Medicaid
- CA #00A532650
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063638682. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,776
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$314,795
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 695 | 576 | $140 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 533 | 117 | $66 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 409 | 204 | $100 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 188 | 163 | $38 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 157 | 131 | $70 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 149 | 127 | $44 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 126 | 41 | $115 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 102 | 78 | $45 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 96 | 96 | $165 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 89 | 84 | $97 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 32 peers in this city , average services per provider: 167. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,558
Transactions
99
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 22 | $679.85 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 19 | $417.70 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. | 18 | $301.25 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 3 | $234.13 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 9 | $227.60 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 13 | $218.36 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 2 | $142.29 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 4 | $97.15 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 3 | $90.66 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 3 | $84.45 | |
| Nova Eye, Inc. | 1 | $31.99 | |
| Sight Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $19.08 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $13.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,016
Patients
852
Total drug cost
$216,891
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 656 | 164 | $13,670 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 263 | 177 | $14,640 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 230 | 163 | $3,006 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 183 | 61 | $4,116 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 120 | 101 | $1,662 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 108 | 38 | $4,467 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 82 | 31 | $7,743 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 75 | 22 | $61,278 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 72 | 18 | $32,704 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 41 | 23 | $944 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Couris's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Couris practices Ophthalmology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Couris practice?
Dr. Michael Couris practices at 3969 4Th Ave, San Diego, CA 921033165. Office phone: 6192916191.
What is Dr. Michael Couris's NPI?
Dr. Michael Couris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063638682, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Couris accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Couris accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Couris commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.