Joel Goffman, M.D.
NPI 1316947088 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Goffman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1316947088).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316947088
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D9146 (TX)
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
1,090 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 385 | $88 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 372 | $120 |
| Ultrasound Scan to Determine Eye Length and Lens Power76519 | 121 | $61 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 71 | $514 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 39 | $313 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 33 | $60 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 136 | 48 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 125 | 75 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 109 | 62 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 98 | 71 |
| Timolol Maleate | 75 | 26 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | 55 | 30 |
| Acyclovir | 26 | 13 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$147 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
- 2005-07-26
- Last updated
- 2015-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Goffman's NPI number?
- Joel Goffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316947088, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Goffman's specialty?
- Joel Goffman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Goffman located?
- Joel Goffman's practice location on file with NPPES is 8588 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024-1829.
- What is Joel Goffman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Goffman is (713) 497-0990.
- Does Joel Goffman accept Medicare?
- Joel Goffman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Goffman's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Goffman's NPI (1316947088) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.