Eric Putnoi, MD
NPI 1538150487 · Ophthalmology Physician · Waltham, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Putnoi, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Waltham, MA (NPI 1538150487).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538150487
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 223727 (MA)
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
6,639 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 | 1,984 | $140 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 981 | $99 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 551 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 539 | $34 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 419 | $44 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 351 | $587 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 679 | 182 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 424 | 327 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 227 | 199 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 178 | 83 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 155 | 46 |
| Timolol Maleate | 140 | 44 |
| Cyclosporine | 91 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,601 across 67 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
- 2005-10-31
- Last updated
- 2012-12-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Putnoi's NPI number?
- Eric Putnoi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538150487, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Putnoi's specialty?
- Eric Putnoi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Putnoi located?
- Eric Putnoi's practice location on file with NPPES is 20 Hope Avenue, Waltham, MA 02453.
- What is Eric Putnoi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Putnoi is (781) 894-2020.
- Does Eric Putnoi accept Medicare?
- Eric Putnoi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Putnoi's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Putnoi's NPI (1538150487) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.