Michael Newton, M.D.
NPI 1255443370 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Newton, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1255443370).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255443370
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 113154 (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
19 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
883 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 | 172 | $103 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 151 | $149 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 139 | $47 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 116 | $42 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 73 | $172 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 67 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 101 | 36 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 44 | 36 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 34 | 28 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 31 | 20 |
| Timolol Maleate | 30 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 24 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$211 across 5 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
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Newton's NPI number?
- Michael Newton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255443370, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Newton's specialty?
- Michael Newton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Newton located?
- Michael Newton's practice location on file with NPPES is 799 Park Ave, New York, NY 10021-3275.
- What is Michael Newton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Newton is (212) 861-0146.
- Does Michael Newton accept Medicare?
- Michael Newton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Newton's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Newton's NPI (1255443370) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.