James Murphy, M.D.
NPI 1558653014 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hamden, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Murphy, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hamden, CT (NPI 1558653014).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558653014
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 274543 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
2,220 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 295 | $44 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 261 | $558 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 239 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 214 | $143 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 211 | $31 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 143 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 372 | 147 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 158 | 62 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 107 | 43 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 58 | 25 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 54 | 39 |
| Timolol Maleate | 53 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 45 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45,564 across 59 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
- 2011-05-03
- Last updated
- 2021-11-03
- Certified
- 2021-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Murphy's NPI number?
- James Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558653014, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Murphy's specialty?
- James Murphy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Murphy located?
- James Murphy's practice location on file with NPPES is 2880 Old Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06518-3144.
- What is James Murphy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Murphy is (203) 248-6365.
- Does James Murphy accept Medicare?
- James Murphy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Murphy's NPI active?
- Yes — James Murphy's NPI (1558653014) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.