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BRENDA NUYEN
NPI 1023351582
Ophthalmology in Santa Monica, CA

Active since April 03, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, STE 3, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 829-5475 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Brenda Nuyen NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BRENDA NUYEN (NPI 1023351582) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A134069) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Monterey Park, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023351582
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameBRENDA NUYEN
Location Address1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, STE 3Santa Monica, CA 90404-1927
Mailing Address1908 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 3Santa Monica, CA 90404-1927 · (310) 829-5475
Phone(310) 829-5475
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 3, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 16, 2021
✔ NPI 1023351582 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A134069
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1511 E Garvey Ave Ste 201Monterey Park, CA 91755-1974 · Phone (626) 382-2020

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Brenda Nuyen is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9234422270
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170706001589
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
125 services92 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
64 services49 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
61 services45 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
41 services41 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
31 services26 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
22 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

PANTHEA TIZABGAR
Pharmacist
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 315-9999
SMC PHARMACY LLC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, STE 4
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 315-9999
SANTA MONICA MEDICAL INSTITUTE INC
Ophthalmology
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 3
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-5475
DR. RICHARD J KIM D.D.S.
Dentist
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, #2
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-5961
DR. PETER JOHN KAPPEL M.D.
Ophthalmology
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 3
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-5475
REISS WOZNAK MEDICAL CLINIC
General Practice
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 5
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 828-5571
SADIQA STELZNER MD
Ophthalmology
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 3
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-5475
DR. MARIA BRAUN MD
Ophthalmology
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-5475

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Brenda Nuyen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brenda Nuyen is 1023351582. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2013.

Where is Brenda Nuyen located?

Brenda Nuyen practices at 1908 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 3, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 829-5475.

What is Brenda Nuyen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Brenda Nuyen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brenda Nuyen is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brenda Nuyen was last updated on February 16, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.