William Epstein, MD
NPI 1740285667 · Ophthalmology Physician · Ashland, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Epstein, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Ashland, OR (NPI 1740285667).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740285667
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD13789 (OR)
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
2,890 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 | 1,384 | $125 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 473 | $88 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 264 | $39 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 211 | $35 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 174 | $215 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 162 | $62 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 535 | 106 |
| Timolol Maleate | 121 | 29 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 103 | 28 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 98 | 45 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 60 | 15 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 20 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$179 across 5 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
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2018-02-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Epstein's NPI number?
- William Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740285667, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Epstein's specialty?
- William Epstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Epstein located?
- William Epstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 3530 Tolman Creek Rd, Ashland, OR 97520-8615.
- What is William Epstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Epstein is (541) 482-8100.
- Does William Epstein accept Medicare?
- William Epstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Epstein's NPI active?
- Yes — William Epstein's NPI (1740285667) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-02-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.