David Gendelman, MD
NPI 1730186818 · Ophthalmology Physician · Brookline, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Gendelman, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Brookline, MA (NPI 1730186818).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730186818
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 55101 (MA)
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
7,355 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 2,371 | $140 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 1,022 | $27 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 972 | $45 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 660 | $100 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 638 | $41 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 597 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 616 | 203 |
| Timolol Maleate | 439 | 148 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 172 | 56 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 162 | 46 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 92 | 80 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | 47 | 13 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 43 | 13 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$49 across 2 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
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2025-07-21
- Certified
- 2025-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Gendelman's NPI number?
- David Gendelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730186818, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Gendelman's specialty?
- David Gendelman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Gendelman located?
- David Gendelman's practice location on file with NPPES is 24 Webster Pl, Brookline, MA 02445-7937.
- What is David Gendelman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Gendelman is (617) 202-2020.
- Does David Gendelman accept Medicare?
- David Gendelman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Gendelman's NPI active?
- Yes — David Gendelman's NPI (1730186818) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.