KARINA ESQUENAZI
NPI 1194222687
Ophthalmology in Coral Gables, FL

Active since April 10, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146(305) 482-5275(305) 243-7688 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 27, 2024, Jan 17, 2023, Jan 12, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Karina Esquenazi NPPES

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

KARINA ESQUENAZI (NPI 1194222687) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Coral Gables, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME155062) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194222687
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameKARINA ESQUENAZI
Location Address5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVDCoral Gables, FL 33146-2513
Mailing Address373 Commonwealth Ave Apt 104Boston, MA 02115-1804 · (305) 733-9795
Fax(305) 243-7688
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1194222687 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME155062
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.
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1234 E 149th StBronx, NY 10451-5504 · Phone (718) 579-5016
Location 21097 S LEJEUNE RDCORAL GABLES, FL 33134 · Phone (305) 442-2020

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid114862800FL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karina Esquenazi 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 ID1658602990
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220802003328
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Karina Esquenazi reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Specialist
1097 S LE JEUNE RD, 3RD FLOOR
Coral Gables, FL 33134
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 40 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
8932 SW 97TH AVE
Miami, FL 33176
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 3,639 clinicians in this Medicare group
Ophthalmology
2050 NE 163RD ST
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
Ophthalmology
1050 N FEDERAL HWY
Hollywood, FL 33020
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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 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.
130 services79 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.
48 services44 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).
42 services39 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
40 services38 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
26 services24 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
22 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33146 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
$141.56 typical visit price
range $60.92 – $187.05
Typical copayment $35.39 (range $15.23 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.86 typical visit price
range $18.99 – $150.24
Typical copayment $18.96 (range $4.74 – $37.56)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost78.91

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Dietitian, Registered
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Internal Medicine
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146
Nurse Practitioner
5555 PONCE DE LEON BLVD
CORAL GABLES, FL 33146

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 Karina Esquenazi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karina Esquenazi is 1194222687. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2018.

Where is Karina Esquenazi located?

Karina Esquenazi practices at 5555 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33146. The listed phone number is (305) 482-5275.

What is Karina Esquenazi's specialty?

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

Is Karina Esquenazi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karina Esquenazi 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Karina Esquenazi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Karina Esquenazi reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Aran Eye Associates PA (Coral Gables, FL), University Of Miami (Miami, FL), Drs Airala Laser & Cataract Institute PA (North Miami Beach, FL) and Stanley D Braverman MD LLC (Hollywood, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Karina Esquenazi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Karina Esquenazi accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Molina Healthcare and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida list Karina Esquenazi as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karina Esquenazi was last updated on June 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.