Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Ian Kirste, O.D.

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Vision Therapy Optometrist · Occupational Vision Optometrist · Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist · Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist · Sports Vision Optometrist · Aztec, NM

  • NPI 1770546657
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 85.3 / 100 · 2023
  • 33 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

Operates at 2 locations .

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
121 S Main Ave
Aztec, NM 874102120
(505) 333-7278
fax (505) 395-9287
Additional location
3450 E Main St
Farmington, NM 874025327
(505) 325-7070
fax (505) 325-5812

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 17, 2018
Year of graduation
1993 — 33 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New Mexico #424
Medicaid
NM #23623331

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770546657. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
392
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$40,275
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 150 150 $115
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 87 87 $138
92134 Imaging of retina 33 33 $37
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 33 29 $85
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 33 23 $119
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 21 21 $31
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 18 18 $56
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 17 17 $84

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 49. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
70
Patients
24
Total drug cost
$1,869
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 70 24 $1,869

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Ian Kirste's medical specialty?
Dr. Ian Kirste practices Optometrist in Aztec, NM.
Where does Dr. Ian Kirste practice?
Dr. Ian Kirste practices at 121 S Main Ave, Aztec, NM 874102120. Office phone: 5053337278.
What is Dr. Ian Kirste's NPI?
Dr. Ian Kirste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770546657, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ian Kirste accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ian Kirste accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ian Kirste commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.