Ruth Tessema, MD
NPI 1891222899 · Ophthalmology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Tessema, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1891222899).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891222899
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,675 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 | 317 | $130 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 166 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 164 | $93 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 156 | $152 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 149 | $35 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 131 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 203 | 96 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 129 | 100 |
| Ofloxacin | 96 | 81 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 49 | 25 |
| Timolol Maleate | 38 | 20 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 25 | 20 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 600 N Wolfe StBaltimore, MD 21287-0005Phone: (410) 955-5080
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-22
- Last updated
- 2024-01-19
- Certified
- 2024-01-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Tessema's NPI number?
- Ruth Tessema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891222899, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Tessema's specialty?
- Ruth Tessema is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruth Tessema located?
- Ruth Tessema's practice location on file with NPPES is 2041 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20059-0001.
- What is Ruth Tessema's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Tessema is (202) 306-3164.
- Does Ruth Tessema accept Medicare?
- Ruth Tessema is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Tessema's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Tessema's NPI (1891222899) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.