BENYAM ZERIHUN KINDE MD,PHD
NPI 1326541129
Ophthalmology in Stanford, CA

Active since March 18, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 PASTEUR DR, STANFORD, CA 94305(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 25, 2024, Aug 2, 2022, Mar 24, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Benyam Zerihun Kinde Md,phd NPPES

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

BENYAM ZERIHUN KINDE MD,PHD (NPI 1326541129) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Stanford, California, licensed in California (A163883) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Miami, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326541129
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameBENYAM ZERIHUN KINDECredential: MD,PHD
Location Address300 PASTEUR DRStanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200 · (650) 723-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 18, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 25, 2024
NPI 1326541129 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses Licensed in CA · A163883 Licensed in FL · ME15056
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.
300 PASTEUR DR, Stanford, CA 94305

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1900 NW 17th StMiami, FL 33136-1119 · Phone (305) 326-6000 · Fax (305) 482-4853

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benyam Zerihun Kinde Md,phd 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 ID6608275391
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240409004290
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 5

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 office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
78 services72 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
41 services41 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
20 services20 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.
17 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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.

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.

81.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.45
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.59

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.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 PASTEUR DR, ALWAY BUILD M211, MC 5187
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Nurse Practitioner
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Neurological Surgery
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
300 PASTEUR DR, LANE 235
STANFORD, CA 94305
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305

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 Benyam Kinde's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benyam Kinde is 1326541129. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2018.

Where is Benyam Kinde located?

Benyam Kinde practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-4000.

What is Benyam Kinde's specialty?

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

Is Benyam Kinde enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benyam Kinde 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.

What insurance does Benyam Kinde accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Benyam Kinde 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 Benyam Kinde was last updated on September 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 months 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.