Rachel Niknam, MD
NPI 1649215245 · Ophthalmology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rachel Niknam, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1649215245).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649215245
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD428282 (PA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,088 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,645 | $132 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 891 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 578 | $65 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 526 | $28 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 426 | $37 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 170 | $43 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 767 | 254 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 475 | 120 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 341 | 200 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 340 | 107 |
| Timolol Maleate | 213 | 85 |
| Ofloxacin | 201 | 145 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 190 | 125 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,162 across 43 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 50 Monument Rd Ste 110Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1706Phone: (610) 667-6760Fax: (610) 667-7206
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-18
- Last updated
- 2020-09-02
- Certified
- 2020-09-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rachel Niknam's NPI number?
- Rachel Niknam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649215245, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rachel Niknam's specialty?
- Rachel Niknam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rachel Niknam located?
- Rachel Niknam's practice location on file with NPPES is 601 Walnut St Ste 210w, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323.
- What is Rachel Niknam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rachel Niknam is (215) 925-6402.
- Does Rachel Niknam accept Medicare?
- Rachel Niknam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rachel Niknam's NPI active?
- Yes — Rachel Niknam's NPI (1649215245) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.