Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Emad Nakkash, MD
Ophthalmology · Hazel Park, MI
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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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Nakkash from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Nakkash
Dr. Emad Nakkash is an ophthalmology specialist in Hazel Park, MI, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Nakkash performed 4,782 Medicare services across 4,231 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Nakkash received a total of $302 from 4 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 4 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. Nakkash 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.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 13% volume in MI
$302 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,782
Medicare services
Top 13% in MI for ophthalmology
4,231
Unique beneficiaries
$83
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~239 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. |
499 | $28 | $200 |
| 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. |
421 | $65 | $200 |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea. |
408 | $9 | $100 |
| Eye photography Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye. |
394 | $17 | $75 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, established patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider. |
373 | $81 | $230 |
| 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. |
368 | $26 | $200 |
| Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan) Imaging of the optic nerve. |
264 | $25 | $200 |
| Retinal and optic nerve function test A diagnostic test that measures how well the retina and optic nerve are functioning. |
203 | $99 | $300 |
| 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. |
188 | $45 | $200 |
| Eye drainage system examination An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye. |
173 | $20 | $55 |
| Ultrasound of eye tissue and structures A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the eye's internal tissues and structures. |
150 | $52 | $300 |
| Corneal topography and eye depth measurement This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. |
136 | $31 | $200 |
| Ultrasound of eye using water bath method An ultrasound imaging test of the eye that uses a water bath technique to visualize internal eye structures. |
114 | $68 | $300 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, new patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient. |
110 | $87 | $250 |
| Eyelid lining growth removal, 1.0 cm or less This procedure involves the surgical removal of a growth located on the inner lining of the eyelid. The growth being removed is 1.0 centimeter in size or smaller. |
96 | $289 | $861 |
| Removal of benign skin growth from face or mouth, 0.5 cm or less This procedure involves the surgical removal of a noncancerous skin growth located on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The growth removed is 0.5 centimeters in diameter or smaller. |
85 | $88 | $250 |
| Dilation of tear drainage opening A procedure to widen the opening of the tear drainage system to improve the flow of tears from the eye. |
79 | $116 | $500 |
| Eyelid growth removal A procedure to remove a growth from the eyelid. |
69 | $342 | $1,267 |
| Incision and drainage of eye cyst A procedure to make a small cut and drain fluid from a cyst on the eye. |
61 | $148 | $682 |
| Destruction of eyelid margin growth, 1.0 cm or less This procedure involves the removal or destruction of a growth located on the margin of the eyelid that measures 1.0 centimeter or smaller. |
49 | $262 | $1,024 |
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
45 | $253 | $1,547 |
| 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. |
44 | $23 | $274 |
| Imaging of front third of eye Imaging of the front third of the eye. |
42 | $21 | $250 |
| Drainage of blood or fluid accumulation A procedure to remove excess blood or fluid that has collected in the body. |
40 | $105 | $250 |
| Retinal laser destruction of growth A laser procedure used to destroy abnormal growths in the retina. |
40 | $615 | $1,500 |
| Insertion of probe into nasal tear duct | 40 | $197 | $1,048 |
| Removal of benign skin growth, 0.5 cm or less This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth from the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals. The growth removed is 0.5 centimeters in size or smaller. |
37 | $76 | $250 |
| Destruction of eyelid lining growth A procedure to remove abnormal tissue growths from the inner lining of the eyelid. |
34 | $195 | $1,062 |
| Nasal tear duct probing A procedure to examine and clear the tear ducts in the nose. It helps restore normal drainage of tears from the eye. |
33 | $163 | $618 |
| Laser removal of recurring cataract A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule. |
30 | $376 | $867 |
| Incision to improve eye fluid flow A surgical procedure involving an incision to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
27 | $657 | $1,300 |
| 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. |
27 | $222 | $1,600 |
| Release of scar tissue from eyelids A procedure to remove or release scar tissue affecting the eyelids. This is performed to restore normal eyelid function or appearance. |
25 | $728 | $2,160 |
| Eyelash removal This procedure involves the removal of eyelashes. |
24 | $166 | $783 |
| Retinal photocoagulation for vascular growth This procedure uses laser light to destroy abnormal blood vessels located between the retina and the sclera. |
18 | $625 | $1,644 |
| Skin graft repair of eyelid, nose, ear, or lip, 10 sq cm or less A surgical procedure to repair a wound on the eyelid, nose, ear, or lip by transferring a small piece of skin. The transferred skin covers an area of 10 square centimeters or less. |
14 | $636 | $1,300 |
| Laser removal of eye scar tissue A laser procedure used to remove scar tissue from the eye. |
11 | $376 | $1,464 |
| Vision therapy exercise A supervised exercise performed by a healthcare professional to improve visual skills and eye coordination. |
11 | $30 | $100 |
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.
0.6% high complexity
30.9% medium
68.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2023 ↗$302
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $101/year across 3 years
Bottom 25% in MI for ophthalmology
4
Companies
4
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
$302 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2023
$125
2020
$12
2018
$166
Payments by company (2023)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$125
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$125
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$112
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
$54
Allergan, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 96.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
DURYSTA · IOLMaster 500 · TEPEZZA · VYZULTA
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.
Geographic Context
Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
355
Per 100K population
27.9
County median income
$95,296
Nearest hospital
HENRY FORD HEALTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
1.9 mi
1.9 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 2023 |
| 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. Nakkash is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 13% in MI), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 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. Nakkash experienced with retinal imaging (oct scan)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Nakkash performed 499 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. Nakkash receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Nakkash received a total of $302 from 4 companies across 4 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. Nakkash's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Hazel Park?
Dr. Nakkash's average Medicare payment per service is $83. 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. Nakkash) 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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