Prithvi Sankar, MD
NPI 1588691869 · Ophthalmology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prithvi Sankar, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1588691869).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588691869
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD070830L (PA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,782 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 | 609 | $99 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 381 | $17 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 211 | $20 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 201 | $21 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 152 | $27 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 131 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,255 | 284 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 585 | 143 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 519 | 138 |
| Timolol Maleate | 472 | 113 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 242 | 90 |
| Travoprost | 197 | 51 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 187 | 54 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 169 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$113 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 (1)
- 3900 Woodland AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104-4551Phone: (215) 823-5800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-26
- Last updated
- 2025-01-14
- Certified
- 2025-01-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prithvi Sankar's NPI number?
- Prithvi Sankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588691869, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prithvi Sankar's specialty?
- Prithvi Sankar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prithvi Sankar located?
- Prithvi Sankar's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19104-2640.
- What is Prithvi Sankar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prithvi Sankar is (215) 662-8100.
- Does Prithvi Sankar accept Medicare?
- Prithvi Sankar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prithvi Sankar's NPI active?
- Yes — Prithvi Sankar's NPI (1588691869) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.