Himanshu Kumar Banda, M.D.
Retina Specialist Ophthalmology
Himanshu Kumar Banda is a Retina Specialist Ophthalmology specialist based in Tacoma, WA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Himanshu Kumar Banda, M.D. runs an independent retina specialist ophthalmology specialist practice in Tacoma, WA. Trained at University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (class of 2013), he has been practicing for over 13 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Federal MIPS score higher than 99% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1041dNPPES updated 2023-07-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 99% of doctors in Washington on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 1% of MIPS-scored doctors in WashingtonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.21%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better57.7%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-25.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,463
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
189
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
468
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $18k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.5k received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Himanshu Kumar Banda's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 17, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Taxonomy: 207WX0107X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Virtual Retina Specialist Care With Himanshu Kumar Banda
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Himanshu Kumar Banda for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Tacoma required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Himanshu Kumar Banda
NPI records show Dr. Banda as active with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 572-1444.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Himanshu Kumar Banda
Practice Location
2245 S 19th St # 200, Tacoma, WA 98405-2945
Mailing Address
2245 S 19th St # 200, Tacoma, WA 98405-2945
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