Philip Ehrlich, MD
NPI 1497706550 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Ehrlich, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1497706550).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497706550
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 025277 (LA)
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
20 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
2,696 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 677 | $77 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 647 | $109 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 478 | $31 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 209 | $54 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 203 | $34 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 150 | $22 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 2,168 | 536 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 1,201 | 313 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 964 | 250 |
| Timolol Maleate | 625 | 173 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 619 | 378 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 356 | 95 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 355 | 107 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,202 across 37 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
- 2006-05-13
- Last updated
- 2009-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Ehrlich's NPI number?
- Philip Ehrlich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497706550, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Ehrlich's specialty?
- Philip Ehrlich is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Ehrlich located?
- Philip Ehrlich's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808.
- What is Philip Ehrlich's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Ehrlich is (225) 766-7441.
- Does Philip Ehrlich accept Medicare?
- Philip Ehrlich is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Ehrlich's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Ehrlich's NPI (1497706550) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.