Ronald Frenkel, M.D.
NPI 1649280553 · Ophthalmology Physician · Stuart, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Frenkel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Stuart, FL (NPI 1649280553).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649280553
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME51202 (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
19 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
2,599 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 | 575 | $129 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 334 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 319 | $91 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 230 | $62 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 219 | $39 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 178 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 239 | 102 |
| Timolol Maleate | 131 | 55 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 121 | 73 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 115 | 73 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 98 | 44 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 83 | 42 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 65 | 21 |
| Gatifloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$523 across 16 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)
- 1821 Se Port St Lucie BlvdPort St Lucie, FL 34952-5544Phone: (772) 337-5332Fax: (772) 398-1376
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-09
- Last updated
- 2018-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Frenkel's NPI number?
- Ronald Frenkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649280553, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Frenkel's specialty?
- Ronald Frenkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Frenkel located?
- Ronald Frenkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 509 Se Riverside Dr, Stuart, FL 34994-2579.
- What is Ronald Frenkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Frenkel is (772) 287-9000.
- Does Ronald Frenkel accept Medicare?
- Ronald Frenkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Frenkel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Frenkel's NPI (1649280553) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.