Murray Friedberg, M.D.
NPI 1609874874 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bradenton, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Murray Friedberg, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bradenton, FL (NPI 1609874874).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609874874
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0059944 (FL)
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
4,906 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 | 1,524 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 560 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 560 | $125 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 537 | $60 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 452 | $33 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 238 | $39 |
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 | 588 | 134 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 448 | 244 |
| Besifloxacin Hclbrand: Besivance | 191 | 114 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 145 | 94 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 123 | 56 |
| Gatifloxacin | 120 | 73 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 118 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$604 across 13 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
- 2005-07-12
- Last updated
- 2013-02-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Murray Friedberg's NPI number?
- Murray Friedberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609874874, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Murray Friedberg's specialty?
- Murray Friedberg is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Murray Friedberg located?
- Murray Friedberg's practice location on file with NPPES is 217 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208-1931.
- What is Murray Friedberg's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Murray Friedberg is (941) 748-1818.
- Does Murray Friedberg accept Medicare?
- Murray Friedberg is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Murray Friedberg's NPI active?
- Yes — Murray Friedberg's NPI (1609874874) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.