Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Maria Braun, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Santa Monica, CA
- NPI 1861414856
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1908 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 904041927
(310) 829-5475
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 13, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A73014
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861414856. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
480
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$51,012
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 183 | 125 | $102 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 136 | 127 | $143 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 51 | 49 | $40 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 36 | 36 | $72 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 32 | 32 | $183 | |
76514 |
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | 18 | 18 | $12 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 12 | 12 | $45 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 12 | 12 | $124 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Santa Monica Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 363. This provider delivers 1.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$308
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $87.31 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $42.50 | |
| RxSight INC | 2 | $41.88 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 2 | $41.08 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $33.11 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $32.35 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $29.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
603
Patients
238
Total drug cost
$62,523
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 265 | 90 | $5,139 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 63 | 28 | $2,721 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 53 | 15 | $21,088 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 43 | 14 | $1,794 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 36 | 14 | $507 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 33 | 11 | $24,422 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 26 | 18 | $1,618 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 23 | 22 | $215 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 20 | 13 | $311 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 17 | 13 | $263 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Maria Braun's medical specialty?
Dr. Maria Braun practices Ophthalmology Physician in Santa Monica, CA.
Where does Dr. Maria Braun practice?
Dr. Maria Braun practices at 1908 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 904041927. Office phone: 3108295475.
What is Dr. Maria Braun's NPI?
Dr. Maria Braun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861414856, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Maria Braun accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Maria Braun accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Maria Braun commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.