Richard Tipperman, M.D.
NPI 1730153024 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bala Cynwyd, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Tipperman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bala Cynwyd, PA (NPI 1730153024).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730153024
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD035042E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,643 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 821 | $93 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 412 | $534 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 410 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 324 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 272 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 76 | 27 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 70 | 49 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | 60 | 35 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 45 | 16 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 40 | 12 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 37 | 18 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 33 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,120 across 16 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
- 2006-02-14
- Last updated
- 2020-11-03
- Certified
- 2020-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Tipperman's NPI number?
- Richard Tipperman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730153024, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Tipperman's specialty?
- Richard Tipperman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Tipperman located?
- Richard Tipperman's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Presidential Blvd Ste 200, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1108.
- What is Richard Tipperman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Tipperman is (484) 434-2700.
- Does Richard Tipperman accept Medicare?
- Richard Tipperman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Tipperman's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Tipperman's NPI (1730153024) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.