Ira Garoon, M.D.
NPI 1609994441 · Ophthalmology Physician · Des Plaines, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ira Garoon, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Des Plaines, IL (NPI 1609994441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609994441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,392 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,679 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,236 | $89 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,049 | $110 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 914 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 168 | $216 |
| Destruction of Growth of Retina Using a Laser67210 | 151 | $502 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 139 | 63 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 127 | 65 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 107 | 59 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 78 | 48 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 65 | 30 |
| Difluprednate | 61 | 19 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 54 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$276 across 9 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
- 2007-03-27
- Last updated
- 2021-08-06
- Certified
- 2021-08-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ira Garoon's NPI number?
- Ira Garoon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609994441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ira Garoon's specialty?
- Ira Garoon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ira Garoon located?
- Ira Garoon's practice location on file with NPPES is 9301 Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016-1667.
- What is Ira Garoon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ira Garoon is (847) 294-0080.
- Does Ira Garoon accept Medicare?
- Ira Garoon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ira Garoon's NPI active?
- Yes — Ira Garoon's NPI (1609994441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.