Gerald Zaidman, MD
NPI 1043203995 · Ophthalmology Physician · Valhalla, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Zaidman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Valhalla, NY (NPI 1043203995).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043203995
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 127930 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
865 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 589 | $137 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 77 | $179 |
| Removal of Foreign Body in Cornea Using Slit Lamp65222 | 41 | $72 |
| Complex Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66982 | 36 | $727 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 30 | $12 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 424 | 122 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 159 | 62 |
| Acetazolamide | 106 | 55 |
| Timolol Maleate | 81 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 68 | 17 |
| Fluorometholone | 63 | 22 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 61 | 19 |
| Latanoprost | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$525 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-25
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Zaidman's NPI number?
- Gerald Zaidman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043203995, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Zaidman's specialty?
- Gerald Zaidman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Zaidman located?
- Gerald Zaidman's practice location on file with NPPES is Westchester Medical Center Dept. of Opthalmology, Valhalla, NY 10595.
- What is Gerald Zaidman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Zaidman is (914) 493-1599.
- Does Gerald Zaidman accept Medicare?
- Gerald Zaidman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Zaidman's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Zaidman's NPI (1043203995) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.