Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Aleksandr Yelenskiy, M.D.
Ophthalmology · Los Angeles, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Yelenskiy
Dr. Aleksandr Yelenskiy is an ophthalmology specialist in Los Angeles, CA, with 12 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Yelenskiy performed 4,919 Medicare services across 3,059 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Yelenskiy received a total of $11,070 from 29 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 265 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. Yelenskiy 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.
✓ 12 years in practice
▲ Top 20% volume in CA
$11,070 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,919
Medicare services
Top 20% in CA for ophthalmology
3,059
Unique beneficiaries
$63
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~410 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eye drainage system examination An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye. |
1,079 | $22 | $45 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, established patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider. |
628 | $100 | $160 |
| CT scan of cornea A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. |
442 | $29 | $60 |
| Multiple eye pressure measurements over time This procedure involves taking several measurements of the fluid pressure inside the eye across an extended period. It is used to monitor intraocular pressure levels. |
425 | $76 | $150 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
399 | $94 | $160 |
| 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. |
312 | $75 | $120 |
| Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan) Imaging of the optic nerve. |
196 | $29 | $60 |
| Immunoassay substance analysis, multiple step method A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to analyze a substance. The process involves multiple steps to detect or measure the target material. |
172 | $11 | $50 |
| Tear duct plug insertion A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface. |
164 | $190 | $486 |
| Retinal imaging (OCT scan) This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye. |
136 | $31 | $60 |
| Eye photography Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye. |
136 | $19 | $52 |
| 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. |
120 | $52 | $125 |
| Microfluid analysis of tears A laboratory test that analyzes tear fluid using microfluidic technology to measure specific biomarkers. This procedure helps evaluate the composition of tears for diagnostic purposes. |
114 | $22 | $50 |
| Corneal topography and eye depth measurement This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. |
106 | $32 | $100 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
105 | $28 | $100 |
| Measurement of eye artery pressure | 77 | $18 | $60 |
| Retinal and optic nerve function test A diagnostic test that measures how well the retina and optic nerve are functioning. |
64 | $114 | $225 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
64 | $68 | $110 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
53 | $107 | $250 |
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
40 | $209 | $550 |
| Complex cataract removal with lens implant A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision. |
29 | $624 | $2,380 |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea. |
28 | $9 | $50 |
| Laser removal of recurring cataract A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule. |
18 | $294 | $535 |
| 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. |
12 | $467 | $2,500 |
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.
0.2% high complexity
16.3% medium
83.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,070
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,581/year across 7 years
Top 14% in CA for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
29
Companies
265
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
$6,361 (57.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$4,709 (42.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,559
2023
$3,113
2022
$1,620
2021
$749
2020
$113
2019
$404
2018
$1,513
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Alcon Vision LLC
$2,248
ABBVIE INC.
$340
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$295
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$221
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$173
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$95
Nova Eye, Inc.
$88
Dompe US, Inc.
$35
Thea Pharma Inc.
$34
Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited
$17
Amgen Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 81.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Alcon Vision LLC
$4,798
Alcon Research Ltd
$969
ABBVIE INC.
$768
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$706
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$570
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$506
Allergan, Inc.
$446
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$372
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$316
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$174
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$173
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$157
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$154
Glaukos Corporation
$129
Omeros Corporation
$125
AbbVie Inc.
$91
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$91
Nova Eye, Inc.
$88
Allergan Inc.
$76
Thea Pharma Inc.
$72
Dompe US, Inc.
$59
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.
$43
Akorn Operating Company LLC
$42
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$40
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG
$39
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$19
Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited
$17
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$17
Amgen Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 59.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AcrySof · CEQUA · COMBIGAN · Cequa · DEXYCU · DURYSTA · EYSUVIS · Flarex · HYDRUS Microstent · ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM · IYUZEH · LOTEMAX GEL · LOTEMAX SM · LUMIGAN · MEIBOMIAN GLAND EVALUATOR · MIEBO · None Specified · OMIDRIA · OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) · OXERVATE · Omidria · RESTASIS MULTIDOSE · Rhopressa · Rocklatan · TEPEZZA · TYRVAYA · VYZULTA · XDEMVY · XEN · XEN GLAUCOMA TREATMENT SYSTEM · XIIDRA · enVista MX60 IOL · iStent inject W · 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 (58%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
709
Per 100K population
7.2
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
RONALD REAGAN UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi
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. Yelenskiy is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 20% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 14% of CA peers.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Yelenskiy experienced with eye drainage system examination?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Yelenskiy performed 1,079 eye drainage system examination 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. Yelenskiy receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Yelenskiy received a total of $11,070 from 29 companies across 265 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. Yelenskiy's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Los Angeles?
Dr. Yelenskiy's average Medicare payment per service is $63. 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. Yelenskiy) 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 →
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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.
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