Dr. Karen Wai, MD
Ophthalmology
8+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Karen Wai
Karen Wai, MD is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
8
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
OphthalmologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2018
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A176636 | Ophthalmology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Karen Wai
In their first decade of practice, Dr. Karen Wai represents the newer generation of ophthalmology providers, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2018. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Stanford Health Care in Stanford, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073017208, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Karen Wai as a lower-volume ophthalmology provider, treating approximately 115 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 172 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Karen Wai received $773 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$773
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Ophthalmology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 94305
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Karen Wai
What does Dr. Karen Wai specialize in?
Dr. Karen Wai specializes in Ophthalmology.
Where does Dr. Karen Wai practice?
Dr. Karen Wai practices at Stanford Health Care in Stanford, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Karen Wai accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Karen Wai accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 115 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Karen Wai's NPI number?
Dr. Karen Wai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073017208. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Karen Wai been practicing?
Dr. Karen Wai has approximately 8 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2018.