Arthur Schwartz, MD
NPI 1124021852 · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arthur Schwartz, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Chevy Chase, MD (NPI 1124021852).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1124021852
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0015282 (MD)
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
21 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
3,257 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 924 | $140 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 703 | $71 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 663 | $100 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 552 | $38 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 173 | $44 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 95 | $39 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 369 | 120 |
| Latanoprost | 343 | 98 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 220 | 58 |
| Timolol Maleate | 112 | 41 |
| Travoprost | 99 | 33 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 74 | 25 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 53 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$137 across 2 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
- 2005-05-27
- Last updated
- 2017-10-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arthur Schwartz's NPI number?
- Arthur Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124021852, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arthur Schwartz's specialty?
- Arthur Schwartz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arthur Schwartz located?
- Arthur Schwartz's practice location on file with NPPES is 5454 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-6901.
- What is Arthur Schwartz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arthur Schwartz is (301) 654-5114.
- Does Arthur Schwartz accept Medicare?
- Arthur Schwartz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arthur Schwartz's NPI active?
- Yes — Arthur Schwartz's NPI (1124021852) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.