Physician Profile
David Paikal, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Paikal
David Paikal, M.D. is a healthcare provider in Encino, CA specializing in ophthalmology. David trained at University of California, Geffen School of Medicine, graduating in 2000. Medicare claims data shows David provided 8,709 services to 4,555 patients. The services billed most often include test for allergy using allergenic extract, established patient complete exam of visual system, and established patient problem focused exam of visual system.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (818) 981-1663
- Email not available
Practice Locations
16661 VENTURA BLVD SUITE 522
Encino, CA 91436
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
Cornea and external eye
- Blepharitis
- Corneal abrasion
- Corneal ulcer
- Keratoconus
- Pink eye
- Pterygium
Eyelid and tear drainage
- Blocked tear duct
- Chalazion
- Drooping eyelid
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
- Epiretinal membrane
- Retinal detachment
Eye injuries
- Foreign Object in Eye
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
- Thyroid eye disease
- Uveitis
Retina & vitreous
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
- Intraocular lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
Corneal procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Eye Graft
Eye diagnostics
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
- Stye Removal
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
- Drooping-eyelid repair
- Entropion repair
- Eye-muscle surgery
- Eyelid surgery
- Tear-duct bypass surgery
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
- Laser Floater Removal
Laser procedures
- Laser Treatment for Retinal Tear
Laser vision correction
- SMILE Eye Surgery
Refractive surgery
- Clear Lens Exchange
- Implantable Contact Lenses
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
8,709 services · 4,555 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closure of tear duct opening using plug | Procedure | 68761 |
593 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Probing of nasal tear duct | Procedure | 68840 |
116 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Placement of amniotic membrane on eye surface for wound healing | Procedure | 65778 |
63 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
25 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
25 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
17 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
53 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan of eye using water bath method | Imaging | 76513 |
41 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | Imaging | 76512 |
34 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Test for allergy using allergenic extract | Treatment | 95004 |
2,808 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other eye doctors in Encino 7
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at University of California, Geffen School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2000 at University of California, Geffen School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Closure of tear duct opening using plug 7
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is David Paikal?
David Paikal is an eye doctor in Encino, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
What is David Paikal's address?
David Paikal is listed at 16661 Ventura Blvd Suite 522, Encino, CA 91436. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with David Paikal?
The number on file is (818) 981-1663. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for David Paikal?
David Paikal's National Provider Identifier is 1578659405. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did David Paikal train?
David Paikal attended University of California, Geffen School of Medicine, graduating in 2000. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does David Paikal have?
David Paikal has 26 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2000, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does David Paikal perform?
According to Medicare billing data, David Paikal performs procedures including closure of tear duct opening using plug, probing of nasal tear duct and placement of amniotic membrane on eye surface for wound healing; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness and ultrasound scan of eye using water bath method; provides treatments such as test for allergy using allergenic extract and established patient complete exam of visual system. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is David Paikal's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by David Paikal. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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