Ari Edelstein, MD
NPI 1558371591 · Ophthalmology Physician · Kew Gardens, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ari Edelstein, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Kew Gardens, NY (NPI 1558371591).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558371591
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 125875 (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
19 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
778 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 331 | $147 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 135 | $16 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 102 | $142 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 84 | $25 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 54 | $22 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 24 | $27 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 117 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 43 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 33 | — |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 28 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 27 | — |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 25 | — |
| Acetazolamidebrand: Acetazolamide Er | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-09
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ari Edelstein's NPI number?
- Ari Edelstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558371591, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ari Edelstein's specialty?
- Ari Edelstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ari Edelstein located?
- Ari Edelstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 12510 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11415-1519.
- What is Ari Edelstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ari Edelstein is (718) 263-5252.
- Does Ari Edelstein accept Medicare?
- Ari Edelstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ari Edelstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Ari Edelstein's NPI (1558371591) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.