Robert Friedman, MD
NPI 1568465748 · Specialist · Westminster, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Friedman, MD is a Specialist provider in Westminster, MD (NPI 1568465748).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568465748
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0054955 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
3,555 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 | 789 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 634 | $132 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 394 | $41 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 372 | $537 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 324 | $94 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 273 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 433 | 140 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 136 | 45 |
| Timolol Maleate | 73 | 26 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 63 | 19 |
| Travoprost | 41 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 37 | 33 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 33 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$332 across 11 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
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2026-03-21
- Certified
- 2026-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Friedman's NPI number?
- Robert Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568465748, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Friedman's specialty?
- Robert Friedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Robert Friedman located?
- Robert Friedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 826 Washington Rd Ste 200, Westminster, MD 21157-5780.
- What is Robert Friedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Friedman is (410) 876-3333.
- Does Robert Friedman accept Medicare?
- Robert Friedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Friedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Friedman's NPI (1568465748) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.