Benjamin Frankfort, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1417093980 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Frankfort, M.D., PH.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1417093980).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417093980
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- P21367 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,877 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 | 672 | $130 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 430 | $63 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 402 | $35 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 88 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 66 | $93 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 57 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 712 | 221 |
| Timolol Maleate | 291 | 101 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 239 | 69 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 207 | 68 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 177 | 58 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 123 | 34 |
| Travoprost | 113 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$77 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
- 2007-01-30
- Last updated
- 2020-11-13
- Certified
- 2020-11-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Frankfort's NPI number?
- Benjamin Frankfort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417093980, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Frankfort's specialty?
- Benjamin Frankfort is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Frankfort located?
- Benjamin Frankfort's practice location on file with NPPES is 7200b Cambridge St, Houston, TX 77030-4202.
- What is Benjamin Frankfort's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Frankfort is (713) 798-6100.
- Does Benjamin Frankfort accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Frankfort is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Frankfort's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Frankfort's NPI (1417093980) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.