Howard Amiel, M.D., M.S.
NPI 1306964317 · Ophthalmology Physician · Denver, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Amiel, M.D., M.S. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Denver, CO (NPI 1306964317).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306964317
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.S.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD11884 (RI)
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
1,391 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 385 | $473 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 304 | $164 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 241 | $40 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 193 | $30 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 48 | $36 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 47 | $327 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 826 | 578 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 63 | 42 |
| Nepafenacbrand: Ilevro | 25 | 19 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 25 | 20 |
| Tobramycin | 16 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 15 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$574 across 13 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
- 2007-03-27
- Last updated
- 2012-09-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Amiel's NPI number?
- Howard Amiel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306964317, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Amiel's specialty?
- Howard Amiel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Amiel located?
- Howard Amiel's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Madison St, Denver, CO 80206-5419.
- What is Howard Amiel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Amiel is (303) 398-7309.
- Does Howard Amiel accept Medicare?
- Howard Amiel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Amiel's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Amiel's NPI (1306964317) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.