Ryan Freedman, MD
NPI 1649894429 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Freedman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1649894429).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649894429
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U9523 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 170 | 57 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 95 | 34 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 51 | 23 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 32 | 25 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 22 | 12 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 22 | 20 |
| Timolol Maleate | 22 | 12 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$505 across 7 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)
- 6701 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030-2608Phone: (832) 824-1000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-06-08
- Last updated
- 2024-09-19
- Certified
- 2024-09-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Freedman's NPI number?
- Ryan Freedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649894429, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Freedman's specialty?
- Ryan Freedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Freedman located?
- Ryan Freedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Baylor Plz, Houston, TX 77030-3411.
- What is Ryan Freedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Freedman is (832) 824-1000.
- Does Ryan Freedman accept Medicare?
- Ryan Freedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Freedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Freedman's NPI (1649894429) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.