Rona Appel, M D
NPI 1245291160 · Ophthalmology Physician · Brooklyn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rona Appel, M D is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Brooklyn, NY (NPI 1245291160).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245291160
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 146524-1 (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
3,470 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 703 | $46 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 639 | $151 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 475 | $77 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 462 | $44 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 333 | $108 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 201 | $137 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 331 | 77 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 300 | 174 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 291 | 82 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 128 | 72 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 101 | 50 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 91 | 29 |
| Timolol Maleate | 73 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$47 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
- 2006-03-30
- Last updated
- 2012-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rona Appel's NPI number?
- Rona Appel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245291160, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rona Appel's specialty?
- Rona Appel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rona Appel located?
- Rona Appel's practice location on file with NPPES is 528 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224-4004.
- What is Rona Appel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rona Appel is (718) 996-2020.
- Does Rona Appel accept Medicare?
- Rona Appel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rona Appel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rona Appel's NPI (1245291160) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.