Andrea Blitzer, M.D.
NPI 1588191316 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrea Blitzer, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1588191316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588191316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-48523 (IA)
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,170 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 182 | $142 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 179 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 148 | $102 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 133 | $140 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 97 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 95 | $32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 152 | 69 |
| Latanoprost | 93 | 22 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 55 | 20 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 52 | 15 |
| Cyclosporine | 48 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 26 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 23 | 12 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$112 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 105 E 9th StCoralville, IA 52241-2209Phone: (319) 356-2852Fax: (319) 678-8880
- 200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009Phone: (319) 356-2861Fax: (319) 356-1520
- 3 Erie CtSuite L700Oak Park, IL 60302-2519Phone: (708) 763-1222Fax: (708) 763-1471
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-11
- Last updated
- 2022-09-22
- Certified
- 2022-09-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrea Blitzer's NPI number?
- Andrea Blitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588191316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrea Blitzer's specialty?
- Andrea Blitzer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrea Blitzer located?
- Andrea Blitzer's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 E 41st St, New York, NY 10017-6739.
- What is Andrea Blitzer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrea Blitzer is (212) 263-2574.
- Does Andrea Blitzer accept Medicare?
- Andrea Blitzer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrea Blitzer's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrea Blitzer's NPI (1588191316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.