Ricardo Akstein, M.D.
NPI 1740284736 · Ophthalmology Physician · Riverdale, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricardo Akstein, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Riverdale, GA (NPI 1740284736).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740284736
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 018778 (GA)
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
21 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
866 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 | 337 | $129 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 126 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 109 | $91 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 98 | $63 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 80 | $34 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 49 | $167 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 390 | 120 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 273 | 83 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 168 | 103 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 118 | 33 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 109 | 34 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 95 | 61 |
| Timolol Maleate | 81 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$335 across 11 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
- 2005-06-08
- Last updated
- 2025-03-05
- Certified
- 2025-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricardo Akstein's NPI number?
- Ricardo Akstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740284736, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricardo Akstein's specialty?
- Ricardo Akstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricardo Akstein located?
- Ricardo Akstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 86 Upper Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, GA 30274.
- What is Ricardo Akstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricardo Akstein is (770) 996-4844.
- Does Ricardo Akstein accept Medicare?
- Ricardo Akstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricardo Akstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricardo Akstein's NPI (1740284736) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.