Hisham Arar, MD
NPI 1609833342 · Ophthalmology Physician · Cincinnati, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hisham Arar, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Cincinnati, OH (NPI 1609833342).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609833342
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35-06-9128 (OH)
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
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
4,373 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 | 737 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 717 | $87 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 627 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 563 | $506 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 425 | $124 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 283 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ofloxacin | 853 | 705 |
| Latanoprost | 768 | 207 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 767 | 657 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 340 | 87 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 223 | 101 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 147 | 50 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 117 | 37 |
| Bromfenac Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$908 across 49 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
- 2006-04-27
- Last updated
- 2020-08-14
- Certified
- 2020-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hisham Arar's NPI number?
- Hisham Arar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609833342, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hisham Arar's specialty?
- Hisham Arar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hisham Arar located?
- Hisham Arar's practice location on file with NPPES is 4760 Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227-1548.
- What is Hisham Arar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hisham Arar is (513) 531-2020.
- Does Hisham Arar accept Medicare?
- Hisham Arar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hisham Arar's NPI active?
- Yes — Hisham Arar's NPI (1609833342) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.