Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ronald Kuffel, M.D.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1801895107
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5656 S Staples St, Suite 280
Corpus Christi, TX 784114693
(361) 991-0500
fax (361) 991-6199
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 31, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K1514
- Medicaid
- TX #040690201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801895107. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,139
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$193,295
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3396 |
Injection, verteporfin, 0.1 mg | 1,650 | 11 | $11 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 405 | 200 | $37 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 399 | 183 | $119 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 143 | 61 | $105 | |
J7999 |
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified | 81 | 47 | $84 | |
92202 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing | 79 | 72 | $15 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 74 | 14 | $872 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $159 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 43 | 38 | $60 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 40 | 39 | $32 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 163. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$214
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alimera Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $115.34 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 1 | $98.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
503
Patients
206
Total drug cost
$21,540
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 233 | 46 | $4,487 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 125 | 68 | $9,871 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 70 | 56 | $654 |
| Cyclopentolate Hcl | Generic | 47 | 36 | $446 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $6,082 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ronald Kuffel's medical specialty?
Dr. Ronald Kuffel practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Ronald Kuffel practice?
Dr. Ronald Kuffel practices at 5656 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 784114693. Office phone: 3619910500.
What is Dr. Ronald Kuffel's NPI?
Dr. Ronald Kuffel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801895107, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ronald Kuffel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ronald Kuffel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ronald Kuffel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, verteporfin, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J3396); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.