Benjamin Fowler, MD, PHD
NPI 1508397050 · Ophthalmology Physician · Portland, ME
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Fowler, MD, PHD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Portland, ME (NPI 1508397050).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508397050
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 75332-20 (WI)
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
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
2,001 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 630 | $39 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 394 | $124 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 378 | $119 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 196 | $36 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 188 | $87 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 108 | $146 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 115 | 83 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 96 | 76 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 60 | 33 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 44 | 35 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 19 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 13 | — |
| Difluprednate | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$145 across 6 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
- 2017-03-27
- Last updated
- 2023-08-02
- Certified
- 2023-08-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Fowler's NPI number?
- Benjamin Fowler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508397050, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Fowler's specialty?
- Benjamin Fowler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Fowler located?
- Benjamin Fowler's practice location on file with NPPES is 15 Lowell St, Portland, ME 04102-2792.
- What is Benjamin Fowler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Fowler is (207) 774-8277.
- Does Benjamin Fowler accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Fowler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Fowler's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Fowler's NPI (1508397050) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.