James Heltzer, MD
NPI 1336171248 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bethesda, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Heltzer, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bethesda, MD (NPI 1336171248).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336171248
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0056040 (MD)
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
5,085 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,566 | $145 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 674 | $42 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 620 | $74 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 478 | $46 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 477 | $103 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 254 | $43 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 642 | 225 |
| Timolol Maleate | 362 | 133 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 291 | 100 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 200 | 91 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 106 | 43 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 106 | 32 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 98 | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$703 across 22 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
- 2006-07-07
- Last updated
- 2009-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Heltzer's NPI number?
- James Heltzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336171248, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Heltzer's specialty?
- James Heltzer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Heltzer located?
- James Heltzer's practice location on file with NPPES is 6430 Rockledge Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817-1805.
- What is James Heltzer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Heltzer is (301) 493-9600.
- Does James Heltzer accept Medicare?
- James Heltzer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Heltzer's NPI active?
- Yes — James Heltzer's NPI (1336171248) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.