Ryan Friedman, M.D.
NPI 1649471921 · Ophthalmology Physician · Jacksonville, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Friedman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Jacksonville, AR (NPI 1649471921).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649471921
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E6914 (AR)
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
3,784 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 | 844 | $112 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 540 | $35 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 474 | $79 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 380 | $338 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 316 | $35 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 306 | $33 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 514 | 265 |
| Latanoprost | 375 | 81 |
| Tobramycin | 352 | 245 |
| Timolol Maleate | 122 | 29 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 77 | 49 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 55 | 18 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 48 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$63 across 3 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
- 2007-05-31
- Last updated
- 2026-05-19
- Certified
- 2026-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Friedman's NPI number?
- Ryan Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649471921, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Friedman's specialty?
- Ryan Friedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Friedman located?
- Ryan Friedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 521 Marshall Rd, Jacksonville, AR 72076-3749.
- What is Ryan Friedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Friedman is (501) 985-0616.
- Does Ryan Friedman accept Medicare?
- Ryan Friedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Friedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Friedman's NPI (1649471921) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.