Peter Branden, M.D.
NPI 1588636807 · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Waterbury, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Branden, M.D. is a Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Waterbury, CT (NPI 1588636807).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588636807
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 031640 (CT)
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
20 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
2,274 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 502 | $96 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 356 | $68 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 328 | $37 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 291 | $135 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 145 | $27 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $137 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,365 | 368 |
| Timolol Maleate | 594 | 195 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 472 | 154 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 459 | 277 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 308 | 99 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 303 | 96 |
| Ofloxacin | 249 | 153 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$300 across 4 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
- 2006-02-02
- Last updated
- 2024-06-26
- Certified
- 2024-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Branden's NPI number?
- Peter Branden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588636807, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Branden's specialty?
- Peter Branden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Branden located?
- Peter Branden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1201 W Main St, Waterbury, CT 06708-3105.
- What is Peter Branden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Branden is (203) 597-9100.
- Does Peter Branden accept Medicare?
- Peter Branden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Branden's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Branden's NPI (1588636807) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.