Beatrice Whitaker, M.D.
NPI 1740457258 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Beatrice Whitaker, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1740457258).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740457258
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 257688 (NY)
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
18 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
151 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 28 | $101 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 27 | $42 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye Using a Special Microscope92286 | 22 | $44 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 21 | $12 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 21 | $26 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 19 | $35 |
| New Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 139 | 45 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 101 | 33 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 87 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 51 | 20 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 39 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 38 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 37 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$615 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-14
- Last updated
- 2014-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Beatrice Whitaker's NPI number?
- Beatrice Whitaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740457258, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Beatrice Whitaker's specialty?
- Beatrice Whitaker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Beatrice Whitaker located?
- Beatrice Whitaker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025-1716.
- What is Beatrice Whitaker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Beatrice Whitaker is (718) 909-7817.
- Does Beatrice Whitaker accept Medicare?
- Beatrice Whitaker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Beatrice Whitaker's NPI active?
- Yes — Beatrice Whitaker's NPI (1740457258) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.