Edward Mintz, MD
NPI 1629030283 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lexington, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Mintz, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lexington, SC (NPI 1629030283).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629030283
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 16570 (SC)
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
4,048 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 | 1,362 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 723 | $88 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 366 | $61 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 264 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 257 | $125 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 255 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 711 | 183 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 267 | 178 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 182 | 131 |
| Timolol Maleate | 115 | 36 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 102 | 23 |
| Cyclosporine | 92 | 35 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 83 | 20 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 78 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81 across 4 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
- 2006-04-06
- Last updated
- 2021-08-24
- Certified
- 2021-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Mintz's NPI number?
- Edward Mintz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629030283, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Mintz's specialty?
- Edward Mintz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Mintz located?
- Edward Mintz's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Palmetto Park Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072.
- What is Edward Mintz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Mintz is (803) 806-0080.
- Does Edward Mintz accept Medicare?
- Edward Mintz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Mintz's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Mintz's NPI (1629030283) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.