Christopher Gabriels, M.D.
NPI 1609936400 · Ophthalmology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Gabriels, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1609936400).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609936400
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 191604 (NY)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,682 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 | 241 | $32 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 238 | $26 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 236 | $59 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 232 | $10 |
| Placement of Amniotic Membrane on Eye Surface for Wound Healing65778 | 227 | $1,024 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Intermediate Testing92082 | 101 | $45 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 88 | 21 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 75 | 54 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 43 | 20 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 34 | 13 |
| Timolol Maleate | 27 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 25 | 11 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$788 across 28 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
- 2006-12-11
- Last updated
- 2014-11-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Gabriels's NPI number?
- Christopher Gabriels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609936400, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Gabriels's specialty?
- Christopher Gabriels is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Gabriels located?
- Christopher Gabriels's practice location on file with NPPES is 960 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203-2512.
- What is Christopher Gabriels's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Gabriels is (518) 482-4459.
- Does Christopher Gabriels accept Medicare?
- Christopher Gabriels is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Gabriels's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Gabriels's NPI (1609936400) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.