Walter Cukrowski, MD
NPI 1720078587 · Ophthalmology Physician · Southfield, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Cukrowski, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Southfield, MI (NPI 1720078587).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720078587
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301061442 (MI)
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,684 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 | 370 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 211 | $91 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 179 | $62 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 176 | $122 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 173 | $35 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 153 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 731 | 308 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 487 | 282 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 373 | 256 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 269 | 120 |
| Timolol Maleate | 202 | 82 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 166 | 65 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 64 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$407 across 15 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 (3)
- 4337 Maple StDearborn, MI 48126-3535Phone: (248) 474-4191
- 701 S Ballenger HwyFlint, MI 48532-3804Phone: (810) 238-3603Fax: (810) 767-5194
- 36300 Schoolcraft RdLivonia, MI 48150-1219Phone: (248) 352-2806
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-24
- Last updated
- 2024-08-20
- Certified
- 2024-08-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Cukrowski's NPI number?
- Walter Cukrowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720078587, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Cukrowski's specialty?
- Walter Cukrowski is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Cukrowski located?
- Walter Cukrowski's practice location on file with NPPES is 29877 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48034-1332.
- What is Walter Cukrowski's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Cukrowski is (248) 352-2806.
- Does Walter Cukrowski accept Medicare?
- Walter Cukrowski is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Cukrowski's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Cukrowski's NPI (1720078587) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.