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DR. AKINTOMIDE APARA M.D., PH.D
NPI 1356720395
Ophthalmology in Hollywood, FL

Active since May 22, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 S PARK RD STE 300, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021(954) 925-2740(954) 923-8379 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 30, 2026, Aug 10, 2025, May 21, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Akintomide Apara M.d., Ph.d NPPES

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

DR. AKINTOMIDE APARA M.D., PH.D (NPI 1356720395) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Hollywood, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME150234) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Fort Lauderdale.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356720395
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AKINTOMIDE APARACredential: M.D., PH.D
Location Address300 S PARK RD STE 300Hollywood, FL 33021-8353
Mailing Address1200 Sw 145th Ave Ste 250Pembroke Pines, FL 33027-6240 · (954) 925-2740
Phone(954) 925-2740
Fax(954) 923-8379
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 22, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateApril 30, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 30, 2026
✔ NPI 1356720395 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME150234✔ Licensed in SD · 18432
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
300 S PARK RD STE 300, Hollywood, FL 33021
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14725 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308-4603 · Phone (954) 729-7131

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 22 Health, AvMed, Cigna Healthcare and more.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

Dr. Akintomide Apara M.d., Ph.d 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 ID3971924341
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210617002179, I20260518001754
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Akintomide Apara reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Eye Surgery Associates LLC
Same address
Specialist
300 S PARK RD STE 300
Hollywood, FL 33021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1861589343 (954) 925-2740
Sanford Clinic
1,422 mi
Pulmonary Disease
701 E 2ND ST
Ida Grove, IA 51445
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 826 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265457964 (712) 364-7341
Sanford Medical Center
1,522 mi
Rural Health
108 S MAIN ST
Lennox, SD 57039
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 1,097 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518284264 (605) 647-2841

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 11

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.

Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777
Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.
4,860 services20 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.
707 services383 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.
458 services361 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
296 services79 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
232 services123 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
212 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sanford Usd Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number430027
Location1305 W 18th St Post Office Box 5039Sioux Falls, SD 57117 · Minnehaha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33021 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
$135.56 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

SCOTT C CARDONE M.D.
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
MR. JOEL SANDBERG M.D.
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
DR. MICHAEL GLASSMAN M.D.
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
MR. GUY ANGELLA M.D.
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
EYE SURGERY ASSOCIATES LLC
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
DR. KRISTIE GARCIA OD
Optometrist
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
DR. MARIA CRISTINA FERNANDEZ-RUIZ M.D.
Ophthalmology
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740
DR. NICKELLE ANNE KELLOUGH OD
Optometrist
300 S PARK RD STE 300
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
Broward County (954) 925-2740

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 Akintomide Apara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akintomide Apara is 1356720395. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2015.

Where is Akintomide Apara located?

Akintomide Apara practices at 300 S Park Rd Ste 300, Hollywood, FL 33021. The listed phone number is (954) 925-2740.

What is Akintomide Apara's specialty?

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

Is Akintomide Apara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akintomide Apara 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 Akintomide Apara's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Akintomide Apara reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Eye Surgery Associates LLC (Hollywood, FL), Sanford Clinic (Ida Grove, IA) and Sanford Medical Center (Lennox, SD). 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 Akintomide Apara's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Akintomide Apara accept?

Health plans from 22 Health, AvMed, Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc., Cigna Healthcare and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 6 other insurers list Akintomide Apara 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.

Is Akintomide Apara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Akintomide Apara is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akintomide Apara was last updated on April 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.