Richard Schulze, MD
NPI 1205815743 · Ophthalmology Physician · Savannah, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Schulze, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Savannah, GA (NPI 1205815743).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205815743
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 038949 (GA)
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
4,829 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 828 | $82 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 799 | $116 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 552 | $21 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 508 | $33 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 398 | $485 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 342 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,185 | 226 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 324 | 81 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 246 | 137 |
| Timolol Maleate | 242 | 64 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 61 | — |
| Difluprednate | 58 | 22 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 58 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$225 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
- 2006-01-12
- Last updated
- 2011-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Schulze's NPI number?
- Richard Schulze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205815743, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Schulze's specialty?
- Richard Schulze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Schulze located?
- Richard Schulze's practice location on file with NPPES is 728 E 67th St, Savannah, GA 31405-4608.
- What is Richard Schulze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Schulze is (912) 352-3120.
- Does Richard Schulze accept Medicare?
- Richard Schulze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Schulze's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Schulze's NPI (1205815743) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.