Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Ashton Kalhorn, MD

Ophthalmology · Wenatchee, WA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
933 RED APPLE RD, Wenatchee, WA 98801
5096638711
Registered in NPPES since 2018
NPI: 1740784081 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Kalhorn 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. Kalhorn

Dr. Ashton Kalhorn is an ophthalmology specialist in Wenatchee, WA, with 8 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kalhorn performed 3,136 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kalhorn received a total of $6,473 from 4 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 9 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Kalhorn 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.

✓ 8 years of NPI registration ▲ Top 29% volume in WA $6,473 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary — 2023

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,136
Medicare services
Top 29% in WA for ophthalmology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$120
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →

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.
474 $20 $100
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
422 $18 $99
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.
329 $51 $221
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.
309 $75 $316
Eye injection for retinal disease
A procedure involving the administration of medication directly into the eye.
259 $78 $422
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.
258 $397 $2,045
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.
171 $102 $448
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
155 $17 $82
Aflibercept eye injection (Eylea) 124 $681 $2,571
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.
103 $24 $111
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
96 $246 $1,274
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
95 $60 $278
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
88 $63 $348
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified
A medication prepared specifically for an individual patient by a pharmacist or physician, tailored to meet unique needs that cannot be fulfilled by commercially available products.
42 $68 $171
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
38 $15 $75
Complex cataract removal with lens implant
A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision.
31 $572 $2,798
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.
29 $15 $69
Incision to improve eye fluid flow
A surgical procedure involving an incision to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye.
24 $656 $3,124
Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow
A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye.
23 $172 $850
Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid 19 $657 $3,106
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
18 $2 $10
CT scan of cornea
A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
16 $11 $64
Visual field test, limited
A test that measures your side (peripheral) vision. This limited version assesses a restricted portion of your visual field.
13 $13 $52
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
8.2% high complexity
32.8% medium
59.0% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$6,473
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,295/year across 5 years
Top 11% in WA for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
4
Companies
9
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$5,934
2022
$140
2021
$175
2019
$100
2018
$124

Payments by company (2024)

Carl Zeiss Meditec Digital Innovations LLC
$5,914
Alcon Vision LLC
$20
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Carl Zeiss Meditec Digital Innovations LLC
$5,914
Alcon Vision LLC
$335
Mallinckrodt LLC
$124
Allergan Inc.
$100
Top 3 companies account for 98.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AcrySof · AcrySof IQ VIVITY IOL · Centurion · Clareon · HYDRUS Microstent · OFIRMEV · VERACITY SURGICAL
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists in nearby ZIP areas
16
County median income
$78,306
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
QUINCY VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
29.7 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES NPPES snapshot; verify current record
Medicare Enrollment PECOS PECOS snapshot
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not included 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. Kalhorn is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 29% in WA).

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Kalhorn experienced with retinal imaging (oct scan)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kalhorn performed 474 retinal imaging (oct scan) services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Kalhorn receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kalhorn received a total of $6,473 from 4 companies across 9 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Kalhorn's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Wenatchee?
Dr. Kalhorn's average Medicare payment per service is $120. 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. Kalhorn) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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 →
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About this page

This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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. Industry payment disclosure alone establishes neither wrongdoing nor legality. 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 →