Samuel Friedel, M.D.
NPI 1417973785 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Friedel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1417973785).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417973785
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- D0020950 (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
1,580 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 | 219 | $71 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 205 | $130 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 195 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 159 | $105 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 108 | $42 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 94 | $23 |
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 | 230 | 64 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 91 | 20 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 65 | 19 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 63 | 21 |
| Brinzolamide | 62 | 12 |
| Timolol Maleate | 54 | 14 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 53 | 24 |
| Prednisolone Acetate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$175 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
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2007-11-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Friedel's NPI number?
- Samuel Friedel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417973785, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Friedel's specialty?
- Samuel Friedel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Friedel located?
- Samuel Friedel's practice location on file with NPPES is 827 Linden Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201-4606.
- What is Samuel Friedel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Friedel is (410) 225-8077.
- Does Samuel Friedel accept Medicare?
- Samuel Friedel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Friedel's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Friedel's NPI (1417973785) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.