Craig Richter, MD
NPI 1851308068 · Ophthalmology Physician · Huntington, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Richter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Huntington, NY (NPI 1851308068).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851308068
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 198407 (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
19 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
7,965 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 | 2,159 | $143 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 959 | $31 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 925 | $46 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 743 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 737 | $104 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 605 | $41 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,027 | 272 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 321 | 213 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 227 | 74 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 197 | 147 |
| Timolol Maleate | 184 | 41 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 147 | 133 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 123 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$403 across 16 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
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2016-10-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Richter's NPI number?
- Craig Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851308068, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Richter's specialty?
- Craig Richter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Richter located?
- Craig Richter's practice location on file with NPPES is 148 East Main St, Huntington, NY 11743.
- What is Craig Richter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Richter is (631) 265-8780.
- Does Craig Richter accept Medicare?
- Craig Richter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Richter's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Richter's NPI (1851308068) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.