Ramanath Bhandari, MD
NPI 1255594248 · Ophthalmology Physician · Springfield, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ramanath Bhandari, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Springfield, IL (NPI 1255594248).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255594248
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036133336 (IL)
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
5,730 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 | 2,565 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,948 | $115 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,022 | $119 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 95 | $142 |
| Removal of Membrane of Retina With Removal of Internal Limiting Membrane of Retina67042 | 35 | $1,086 |
| Unclassified BiologicsJ3590 | 27 | $1,849 |
| Removal of Eye Fluid (vitreous) Between Lens and Retina |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 129 | 83 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 127 | 77 |
| Difluprednate | 17 | — |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 14 | 11 |
| Ofloxacin | 14 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 14 | 11 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39,203 across 35 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
- 2008-07-09
- Last updated
- 2020-05-26
- Certified
- 2020-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ramanath Bhandari's NPI number?
- Ramanath Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255594248, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ramanath Bhandari's specialty?
- Ramanath Bhandari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ramanath Bhandari located?
- Ramanath Bhandari's practice location on file with NPPES is 1025 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703-2403.
- What is Ramanath Bhandari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ramanath Bhandari is (217) 528-7541.
- Does Ramanath Bhandari accept Medicare?
- Ramanath Bhandari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ramanath Bhandari's NPI active?
- Yes — Ramanath Bhandari's NPI (1255594248) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.