Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sanford Katims, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Port Washington, NY
- NPI 1396833430
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
76 Main St
Port Washington, NY 110502821
(516) 767-2106
fax (516) 944-3711
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 12, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #004141
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396833430. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
782
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$66,123
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 313 | 305 | $41 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 271 | 263 | $123 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 65 | 62 | $94 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 62 | 62 | $148 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 41 | 38 | $70 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 19 | 19 | $40 | |
92002 |
New patient problem focused exam of visual system | 11 | 11 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Port Washington Optometrist, average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$214
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $112.70 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 2 | $57.67 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $22.81 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $20.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
91
Patients
30
Total drug cost
$2,101
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 55 | 17 | $1,015 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $190 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 14 | 13 | $895 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sanford Katims's medical specialty?
Dr. Sanford Katims practices Optometrist in Port Washington, NY.
Where does Dr. Sanford Katims practice?
Dr. Sanford Katims practices at 76 Main St, Port Washington, NY 110502821. Office phone: 5167672106.
What is Dr. Sanford Katims's NPI?
Dr. Sanford Katims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396833430, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sanford Katims accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Sanford Katims does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Sanford Katims commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.