Robert Friedman, M.D.
NPI 1336161157 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Friedman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1336161157).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336161157
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 160281 (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
5,357 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 | 1,404 | $45 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,339 | $141 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 958 | $100 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 577 | $41 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 350 | $166 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 278 | $125 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 312 | 94 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 182 | 141 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 114 | 83 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 63 | 53 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 42 | 30 |
| Timolol Maleate | 37 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 36 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$637 across 17 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
- 2006-07-24
- Last updated
- 2008-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Friedman's NPI number?
- Robert Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336161157, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Friedman's specialty?
- Robert Friedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Friedman located?
- Robert Friedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 Park Ave, New York, NY 10028.
- What is Robert Friedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Friedman is (212) 772-6202.
- Does Robert Friedman accept Medicare?
- Robert Friedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Friedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Friedman's NPI (1336161157) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.