Quick answers
- Does Philip J. Kurica accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Philip J. Kurica accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Philip J. Kurica see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 201 Original Medicare patients and 636 services for Philip J. Kurica. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Philip J. Kurica's NPI number?
- 1528173390. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Philip J. Kurica, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 201 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 636 |
| Different services or procedures | 20 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 74 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient complete exam of visual system (92014)190 services
- Imaging of retina (92134)145 services
- Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (92012)85 services
- Photography of the retina (92250)44 services
- Exam of the internal drainage system of eye (92020)27 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis39%
- Diabetes33%
- Anxiety23%
- Ischemic heart disease19%
Practice locations
Addresses where Philip J. Kurica is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 370 Belle Terre BlvdLa Place, LA 70068 (985) 652‑6066
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Philip J. Kurica as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Ronald S. Aslett and Philip J. Kurica PTR.4 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in La Place
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in La Place, LA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
| Graduation year | 1979 (47 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1528173390 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians