Richard Ehlers, MD
NPI 1578661021 · Ophthalmology Physician · Yakima, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Ehlers, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Yakima, WA (NPI 1578661021).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578661021
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00023762 (WA)
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
4,700 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,618 | $40 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 992 | $100 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 386 | $447 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 348 | $109 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 307 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 306 | $90 |
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 | 465 | 109 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 398 | 333 |
| Ofloxacin | 377 | 359 |
| Diazepam | 198 | 161 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 128 | 34 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 88 | 31 |
| Timolol Maleate | 88 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$441 across 22 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
- 2006-09-20
- Last updated
- 2023-11-03
- Certified
- 2023-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Ehlers's NPI number?
- Richard Ehlers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578661021, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Ehlers's specialty?
- Richard Ehlers is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Ehlers located?
- Richard Ehlers's practice location on file with NPPES is 3403 Powerhouse Rd, Yakima, WA 98902.
- What is Richard Ehlers's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Ehlers is (509) 966-2253.
- Does Richard Ehlers accept Medicare?
- Richard Ehlers is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Ehlers's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Ehlers's NPI (1578661021) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.