Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Emily Tam, O.D.

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Vista, CA

  • NPI 1497161236
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 12 yrs in practice
  • Licensed in 2 states
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

Operates at 2 locations .

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1000 Vale Terrace Dr
Vista, CA 920845218
(760) 631-5000
Additional location
3350 la Jolla Village Dr
San Diego, CA 921610002
(858) 552-8585

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2014 — 12 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 3, 2020
Year of graduation
2014 — 12 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State licenses (2)
California #15147 · Washington #60594144

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497161236. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$27
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
Astellas Pharma US Inc 1 $27.44

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$27

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Emily Tam's medical specialty?
Dr. Emily Tam practices Optometrist in Vista, CA.
Where does Dr. Emily Tam practice?
Dr. Emily Tam practices at 1000 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, CA 920845218. Office phone: 7606315000.
What is Dr. Emily Tam's NPI?
Dr. Emily Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497161236, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Emily Tam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Emily Tam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.