Paul Choinski, MD
NPI 1174599062 · Ophthalmology Physician · Southampton, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Choinski, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Southampton, NY (NPI 1174599062).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174599062
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 173478 (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
6,683 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 | 1,666 | $143 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,154 | $104 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 875 | $29 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 728 | $46 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 503 | $604 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 460 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 544 | 194 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 287 | 91 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 203 | 65 |
| Timolol Maleate | 192 | 67 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 148 | 62 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 144 | 103 |
| Fluorometholone | 137 | 93 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,025 across 42 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2013-12-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Choinski's NPI number?
- Paul Choinski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174599062, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Choinski's specialty?
- Paul Choinski is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Choinski located?
- Paul Choinski's practice location on file with NPPES is 186 Old Town Rd, Southampton, NY 11968-5013.
- What is Paul Choinski's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Choinski is (631) 265-8780.
- Does Paul Choinski accept Medicare?
- Paul Choinski is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Choinski's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Choinski's NPI (1174599062) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-12-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.