Robert Fantus, M.D.
NPI 1356873970 · Ophthalmology Physician · Skokie, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Fantus, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Skokie, IL (NPI 1356873970).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356873970
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036160303 (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
9 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
1,430 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 492 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 305 | $70 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 109 | $30 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 91 | $27 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 86 | $563 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 360 | 186 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 246 | 154 |
| Latanoprost | 192 | 68 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 158 | 99 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 129 | 52 |
| Cyclosporine | 70 | 33 |
| Timolol Maleate | 65 | 22 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$372 across 5 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
- 2017-04-02
- Last updated
- 2022-09-14
- Certified
- 2022-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Fantus's NPI number?
- Robert Fantus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356873970, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Fantus's specialty?
- Robert Fantus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Fantus located?
- Robert Fantus's practice location on file with NPPES is 9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 1900, Skokie, IL 60076-5006.
- What is Robert Fantus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Fantus is (224) 251-2020.
- Does Robert Fantus accept Medicare?
- Robert Fantus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Fantus's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Fantus's NPI (1356873970) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.