Monte Sichelman, MD
NPI 1518085406 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lakeland, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Monte Sichelman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lakeland, FL (NPI 1518085406).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518085406
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME97405 (FL)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,963 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 662 | $126 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 548 | $89 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 160 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 154 | $63 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 108 | $41 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 101 | $548 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,207 | 370 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 512 | 307 |
| Timolol Maleate | 446 | 148 |
| Ofloxacin | 396 | 293 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 263 | 82 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 250 | 73 |
| Fluorometholone | 243 | 91 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$74 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4708 S Florida AveLakeland, FL 33813-2165Phone: (863) 644-6455
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-27
- Last updated
- 2022-12-16
- Certified
- 2022-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Monte Sichelman's NPI number?
- Monte Sichelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518085406, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Monte Sichelman's specialty?
- Monte Sichelman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Monte Sichelman located?
- Monte Sichelman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1247 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805-4673.
- What is Monte Sichelman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Monte Sichelman is (863) 688-5604.
- Does Monte Sichelman accept Medicare?
- Monte Sichelman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Monte Sichelman's NPI active?
- Yes — Monte Sichelman's NPI (1518085406) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.