Benjamin Bittner, O.D.
NPI 1518185180 · Optometrist · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Bittner, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1518185180).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518185180
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1455 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
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
1,326 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 420 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 230 | $117 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 177 | $82 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 146 | $138 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 99 | $21 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 69 | $120 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 59 | 24 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 28 | 25 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 17 | 15 |
| Lotilanerbrand: Xdemvy | 16 | 15 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 13 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 12 | — |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 11 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$348 across 5 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)
- 1946 10th Avenue NorthMyrtle Beach, SC 29577-5624Phone: (843) 946-9521Fax: (843) 916-1481
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-20
- Last updated
- 2019-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Bittner's NPI number?
- Benjamin Bittner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518185180, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Bittner's specialty?
- Benjamin Bittner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Benjamin Bittner located?
- Benjamin Bittner's practice location on file with NPPES is 9403 Highway 707 Ste C, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588-7758.
- What is Benjamin Bittner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Bittner is (843) 443-6000.
- Does Benjamin Bittner accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Bittner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Bittner's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Bittner's NPI (1518185180) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.