Susan Kessler-Schwartz, M.D.
NPI 1538105358 · Ophthalmology Physician · Schenectady, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Susan Kessler-Schwartz, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Schenectady, NY (NPI 1538105358).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538105358
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 185981 (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
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
2,415 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 | 577 | $84 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 390 | $34 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 387 | $60 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 291 | $38 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 203 | $32 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 111 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 772 | 258 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 280 | 219 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 209 | 144 |
| Ofloxacin | 156 | 140 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 134 | 53 |
| Cyclosporine | 101 | 46 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 83 | 31 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 76 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,347 across 49 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
- 2006-06-21
- Last updated
- 2020-01-06
- Certified
- 2020-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Susan Kessler-Schwartz's NPI number?
- Susan Kessler-Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538105358, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Susan Kessler-Schwartz's specialty?
- Susan Kessler-Schwartz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Susan Kessler-Schwartz located?
- Susan Kessler-Schwartz's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 Mcclellan St, Schenectady, NY 12304-1019.
- What is Susan Kessler-Schwartz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Susan Kessler-Schwartz is (518) 344-7527.
- Does Susan Kessler-Schwartz accept Medicare?
- Susan Kessler-Schwartz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Susan Kessler-Schwartz's NPI active?
- Yes — Susan Kessler-Schwartz's NPI (1538105358) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.