Farid Shafik, MD
NPI 1598778896 · Ophthalmology Physician · Southington, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Farid Shafik, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Southington, CT (NPI 1598778896).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598778896
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036594 (CT)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,616 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 | 497 | $132 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 210 | $93 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 145 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 83 | $93 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 80 | $39 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 78 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
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 | 385 | 276 |
| Latanoprost | 339 | 98 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 323 | 193 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 321 | 192 |
| Timolol Maleate | 172 | 48 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 96 | 68 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 88 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 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)
- 318 North Main StreetUnit 2Southington, CT 06489Phone: (860) 621-4412
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2025-06-19
- Certified
- 2025-06-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Farid Shafik's NPI number?
- Farid Shafik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598778896, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Farid Shafik's specialty?
- Farid Shafik is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Farid Shafik located?
- Farid Shafik's practice location on file with NPPES is 318 North Main St, Southington, CT 06489-2555.
- What is Farid Shafik's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Farid Shafik is (860) 621-4412.
- Does Farid Shafik accept Medicare?
- Farid Shafik is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Farid Shafik's NPI active?
- Yes — Farid Shafik's NPI (1598778896) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.