Robert Wertheimer, MD
NPI 1972692598 · Ophthalmology Physician · West Caldwell, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Wertheimer, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in West Caldwell, NJ (NPI 1972692598).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972692598
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA69761 (NJ)
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
4,380 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 | 1,092 | $44 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 827 | $17 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 804 | $99 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 787 | $140 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 245 | $71 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 170 | $47 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
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 | 445 | 124 |
| Timolol Maleate | 180 | 52 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 175 | 127 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 114 | 45 |
| Ofloxacin | 106 | 82 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 74 | 22 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 73 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$646 across 22 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
- 2006-10-12
- Last updated
- 2010-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Wertheimer's NPI number?
- Robert Wertheimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972692598, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Wertheimer's specialty?
- Robert Wertheimer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Wertheimer located?
- Robert Wertheimer's practice location on file with NPPES is 195 Fairfield Ave, West Caldwell, NJ 07006-6424.
- What is Robert Wertheimer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Wertheimer is (973) 228-4990.
- Does Robert Wertheimer accept Medicare?
- Robert Wertheimer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Wertheimer's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Wertheimer's NPI (1972692598) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.