Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Morgan Huang, MD

Ophthalmology · Arcadia, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
650 W DUARTE RD, Arcadia, CA 91007
8188372753
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1790792281 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Huang

Dr. Morgan Huang is an ophthalmology specialist in Arcadia, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Huang performed 10,890 Medicare services across 6,802 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Huang received a total of $1,695 from 15 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 48 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Huang is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years in practice ▲ Top 9% volume in CA $1,695 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
10,890
Medicare services
Top 9% in CA for ophthalmology
6,802
Unique beneficiaries
$108
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~573 Medicare services per year of practice

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

Procedure Volume Avg. paid Avg. submitted
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
1,925 $35 $81
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
1,269 $52 $85
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
1,108 $107 $215
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
1,083 $27 $90
Injection, bimatoprost, intracameral implant, 1 microgram 890 $162 $300
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
730 $23 $39
Eye exam, established patient, focused
A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom.
729 $76 $153
Tear duct repair by heat, tying, or laser
A procedure to repair a tear duct opening using heat, tying, or laser surgery.
489 $239 $415
Insertion of probe into nasal tear duct 420 $204 $397
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
351 $25 $55
Tear duct opening release
A procedure to open or widen the tear duct opening to improve drainage.
303 $259 $387
Removal of foreign body or stone from tear passages
A procedure to remove a foreign object or stone from the tear ducts. This clears blockages in the passages that drain tears from the eye.
227 $369 $502
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
223 $127 $230
Incision and drainage of tear duct sac 189 $364 $507
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision.
172 $469 $841
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
133 $8 $28
CT scan of cornea
A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
110 $32 $51
Laser release of scar tissue between lens and retina
A laser procedure used to remove scar tissue located between the lens and the retina of the eye.
92 $310 $422
Medication injection into the eye
A procedure involving the injection of medication directly into the eye. The specific type of medication or clinical purpose is not defined in the provided description.
89 $154 $310
Laser removal of eye scar tissue
A laser procedure used to remove scar tissue from the eye.
74 $264 $492
Laser eye fluid drainage tract creation
A laser procedure used to create drainage tracts in the iris to help fluid flow out of the eye.
64 $264 $455
Tear duct plug insertion
A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface.
54 $89 $200
Eyelash removal with forceps
This procedure involves the manual removal of eyelashes using forceps. It is a mechanical extraction method performed on the eyelid area.
43 $18 $70
Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow
A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye.
40 $215 $429
Removal of embedded foreign body from eyelid
This procedure involves the removal of a foreign object that is embedded in the eyelid. It is performed to clear the area of any debris or items lodged within the tissue.
28 $224 $301
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
21 $287 $429
Upper eyelid tendon repair
Surgical repair of the tendon in the upper eyelid to restore its function and structure.
18 $770 $1,083
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
16 $21 $73
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
1.6% high complexity
38.8% medium
59.6% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$1,695
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $242/year across 7 years
Top 46% in CA for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
15
Companies
48
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment profile

Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.

Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$1,695 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$198
2023
$406
2022
$386
2021
$251
2020
$137
2019
$221
2018
$96

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Alcon Vision LLC
$156
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$23
ABBVIE INC.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Alcon Vision LLC
$440
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$252
ABBVIE INC.
$227
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$177
Allergan, Inc.
$165
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$152
Shire North American Group Inc
$106
Allergan Inc.
$34
Glaukos Corporation
$29
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$23
EYEVANCE PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
$22
Lilly USA, LLC
$22
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG
$19
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$15
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 54.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AREXVY · BROMSITE · COMBIGAN · Clareon · DURYSTA · HYDRUS Microstent · ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM · LUMIGAN · None Specified · OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) · RESTASIS · RESTASIS MULTIDOSE · Rocklatan · TEPEZZA · TRULICITY · TobraDex ST · XIIDRA · iStent inject Trabecular Micro-Bypass Stent System · rhopressa · rocklatan
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →

Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
705
Per 100K population
7.2
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
USC ARCADIA HOSPITAL
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES Weekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOS Monthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not public N/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Huang is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Huang experienced with retinal imaging (oct scan)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Huang performed 1,925 retinal imaging (oct scan) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Huang receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Huang received a total of $1,695 from 15 companies across 48 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Huang's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Arcadia?
Dr. Huang's average Medicare payment per service is $108. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Huang) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →