Joseph Kristan, M.D.
NPI 1730610254 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Kristan, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1730610254).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730610254
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,103 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 | 443 | $134 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 347 | $95 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 223 | $46 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 175 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 172 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 162 | $177 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 179 | 52 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 116 | 63 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 102 | 46 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 71 | 24 |
| Timolol Maleate | 46 | 19 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 42 | 17 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 36 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$528 across 18 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 (1)
- 3332 Rochambeau Ave Rm 306Bronx, NY 10467-2836Phone: (732) 977-7448
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-26
- Last updated
- 2021-05-21
- Certified
- 2021-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Kristan's NPI number?
- Joseph Kristan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730610254, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Kristan's specialty?
- Joseph Kristan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Kristan located?
- Joseph Kristan's practice location on file with NPPES is 635 W 165th St, New York, NY 10032-3724.
- What is Joseph Kristan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Kristan is (212) 305-9535.
- Does Joseph Kristan accept Medicare?
- Joseph Kristan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Kristan's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Kristan's NPI (1730610254) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.