Hiten Lakhani, M.D.
NPI 1518138486 · Ophthalmology Physician · Nyack, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hiten Lakhani, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Nyack, NY (NPI 1518138486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518138486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 201374 (NY)
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
18 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
7,628 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 3,232 | $1 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,023 | $134 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 978 | $38 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 761 | $95 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 422 | $28 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 385 | $68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 299 | 210 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 286 | 160 |
| Latanoprost | 188 | 74 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 143 | 99 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 104 | 33 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 72 | 46 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$945 across 42 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
- 2008-03-18
- Last updated
- 2025-12-10
- Certified
- 2025-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hiten Lakhani's NPI number?
- Hiten Lakhani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518138486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hiten Lakhani's specialty?
- Hiten Lakhani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hiten Lakhani located?
- Hiten Lakhani's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Waldron Ave, Nyack, NY 10960-2965.
- What is Hiten Lakhani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hiten Lakhani is (845) 624-2929.
- Does Hiten Lakhani accept Medicare?
- Hiten Lakhani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hiten Lakhani's NPI active?
- Yes — Hiten Lakhani's NPI (1518138486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.