Ian Kawamoto, O.D.
Ian Kawamoto is an Optometrist based in Hilo, HI with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across HI can see Ian Kawamoto, O.D. in person in Hilo or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Southern College of Optometry (class of 2004), he has been practicing for over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.21/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Hawaii
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
34 W Kawailani St, Hilo, HI 96720-5649
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Hawaii on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202394.21/100
Hawaii avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in HawaiiHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better38.3%
Hawaii avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-44.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
378
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
185
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
460
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $61k
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$550 received from industry
5 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 Ian Kawamoto's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Southern College of Optometry
22 years in practice
Experienced
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
Taxonomy: 152W00000X
Education & Training
Southern College of Optometry (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
Po Box 29729, Honolulu, HI 96820-2129
Differs from practice location
Virtual Optometry Care With Ian Kawamoto
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ian Kawamoto for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Hilo 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 Ian Kawamoto
Dr. Kawamoto is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hilo, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 935-8887.
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 Ian Kawamoto
Practice Location
34 W Kawailani St, Hilo, HI 96720-5649
Mailing Address
Po Box 29729, Honolulu, HI 96820-2129
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