Joel Cohen, M.D.
NPI 1700874518 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Cohen, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1700874518).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700874518
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E7578 (TX)
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
8,465 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,505 | $84 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,068 | $37 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 942 | $35 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 934 | $119 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 839 | $10 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 580 | $60 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,252 | 387 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 705 | 210 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 504 | 348 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 468 | 127 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 370 | 266 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 303 | 91 |
| Timolol Maleate | 287 | 92 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$771 across 29 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
- 2005-10-06
- Last updated
- 2025-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Cohen's NPI number?
- Joel Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700874518, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Cohen's specialty?
- Joel Cohen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Cohen located?
- Joel Cohen's practice location on file with NPPES is 13333 Dotson Rd. Suite 200, Houston, TX 77070-4305.
- What is Joel Cohen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Cohen is (281) 890-1784.
- Does Joel Cohen accept Medicare?
- Joel Cohen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Cohen's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Cohen's NPI (1700874518) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.