Bruce Newman, MD
NPI 1154502862 · Ophthalmology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bruce Newman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1154502862).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154502862
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15994 (AZ)
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
18 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
428 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 | 70 | $124 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 66 | $108 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $88 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 54 | $120 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 35 | $60 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 33 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 303 | 85 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 110 | 37 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 57 | 48 |
| Timolol Maleate | 50 | 26 |
| Ofloxacin | 45 | 39 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 40 | 35 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 29 | 18 |
| Travoprost | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,166 across 15 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
- 2007-11-21
- Last updated
- 2013-11-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bruce Newman's NPI number?
- Bruce Newman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154502862, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bruce Newman's specialty?
- Bruce Newman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bruce Newman located?
- Bruce Newman's practice location on file with NPPES is 20819 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024-4466.
- What is Bruce Newman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bruce Newman is (602) 788-8080.
- Does Bruce Newman accept Medicare?
- Bruce Newman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bruce Newman's NPI active?
- Yes — Bruce Newman's NPI (1154502862) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.