Howard Adelson, D.O.
NPI 1982691739 · Ophthalmology Physician · Northville, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Adelson, D.O. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Northville, MI (NPI 1982691739).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982691739
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5101013626 (MI)
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
1,169 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 | 418 | $132 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 178 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 138 | $94 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 75 | $40 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 71 | $150 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 68 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 311 | 84 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 168 | 103 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 150 | 92 |
| Timolol Maleate | 126 | 49 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 125 | 86 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 115 | 90 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 78 | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$229 across 11 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
- 2005-10-05
- Last updated
- 2024-01-25
- Certified
- 2024-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Adelson's NPI number?
- Howard Adelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982691739, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Adelson's specialty?
- Howard Adelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Adelson located?
- Howard Adelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 40053 8 Mile Rd Ste 100, Northville, MI 48167-1954.
- What is Howard Adelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Adelson is (248) 449-9292.
- Does Howard Adelson accept Medicare?
- Howard Adelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Adelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Adelson's NPI (1982691739) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.