Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Kulesia, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1437151321
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3038 Nc Highway 127 S
Hickory, NC 286025404
(828) 294-1010
fax (828) 294-1013
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #NC1911
- Medicaid
- NC #89093NW
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437151321. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,652
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$43,073
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 2,160 | 13 | $1 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 195 | 189 | $118 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 105 | 105 | $35 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 79 | 66 | $84 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 53 | 42 | $38 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 36 | 20 | $52 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 24 | 24 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Hickory Optometrist, average services per provider: 224. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$147
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $58.37 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 3 | $50.50 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $20.85 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $17.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
186
Patients
65
Total drug cost
$69,831
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 72 | 14 | $1,011 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 48 | 27 | $63,907 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 27 | 24 | $328 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $349 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $4,235 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Kulesia's medical specialty?
Dr. David Kulesia practices Optometrist in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. David Kulesia practice?
Dr. David Kulesia practices at 3038 Nc Highway 127 S, Hickory, NC 286025404. Office phone: 8282941010.
What is Dr. David Kulesia's NPI?
Dr. David Kulesia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437151321, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Kulesia accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Kulesia accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Kulesia commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.