Robert Scharfman, MD
NPI 1700990801 · Ophthalmology Physician · Old Bridge, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Scharfman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Old Bridge, NJ (NPI 1700990801).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700990801
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA06061300 (NJ)
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
4,409 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 | 1,263 | $99 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 580 | $40 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 446 | $71 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 427 | $44 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 396 | $30 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 271 | $140 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 181 | 89 |
| Timolol Maleate | 154 | 59 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 114 | 41 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 106 | 75 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 89 | 28 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 65 | 45 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 63 | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$200 across 13 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
- 2006-08-18
- Last updated
- 2009-08-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Scharfman's NPI number?
- Robert Scharfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700990801, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Scharfman's specialty?
- Robert Scharfman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Scharfman located?
- Robert Scharfman's practice location on file with NPPES is 3 Hospital Plz, Old Bridge, NJ 08857-3093.
- What is Robert Scharfman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Scharfman is (732) 607-0555.
- Does Robert Scharfman accept Medicare?
- Robert Scharfman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Scharfman's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Scharfman's NPI (1700990801) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-08-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.