Rubin Brecher, MD
NPI 1609842749 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lawrence, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rubin Brecher, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lawrence, NY (NPI 1609842749).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609842749
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MAO5288500 (NJ)
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
5,167 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 644 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 627 | $142 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 622 | $133 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 584 | $94 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 573 | $42 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 | 408 | $127 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 |
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 | 821 | 203 |
| Cromolyn Sodium | 168 | 48 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 167 | 56 |
| Loteprednol Etabonatebrand: Eysuvis | 166 | 50 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 158 | 37 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 113 | 36 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 112 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$368 across 11 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2008-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rubin Brecher's NPI number?
- Rubin Brecher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609842749, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rubin Brecher's specialty?
- Rubin Brecher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rubin Brecher located?
- Rubin Brecher's practice location on file with NPPES is 6 Meadow Ln, Lawrence, NY 11559-1828.
- What is Rubin Brecher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rubin Brecher is (718) 851-1186.
- Does Rubin Brecher accept Medicare?
- Rubin Brecher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rubin Brecher's NPI active?
- Yes — Rubin Brecher's NPI (1609842749) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.