Ramakrishna Ratnakaram, MD
NPI 1780624577 · Ophthalmology Physician · Williamsville, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ramakrishna Ratnakaram, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Williamsville, NY (NPI 1780624577).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780624577
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 257002 (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
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
3,490 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,274 | $40 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 885 | $124 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 511 | $125 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 344 | $88 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 178 | $36 |
| 2d Ultrasound Scan of Eye Tissue and Structures76512 | 118 | $52 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 816 | 222 |
| Tobramycin | 680 | 368 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 630 | 355 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 617 | 281 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 189 | 72 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 153 | 126 |
| Timolol Maleate | 110 | 34 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$434 across 14 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
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2011-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's NPI number?
- Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780624577, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's specialty?
- Ramakrishna Ratnakaram is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ramakrishna Ratnakaram located?
- Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's practice location on file with NPPES is 6637 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221-5974.
- What is Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ramakrishna Ratnakaram is (716) 632-1595.
- Does Ramakrishna Ratnakaram accept Medicare?
- Ramakrishna Ratnakaram is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's NPI active?
- Yes — Ramakrishna Ratnakaram's NPI (1780624577) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.