Edwin Schottenstein, MD
NPI 1992739478 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edwin Schottenstein, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1992739478).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992739478
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 156808-1 (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
391 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 88 | $99 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 67 | $30 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye92132 | 62 | $35 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 50 | $140 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 36 | $27 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 32 | $40 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 93 | 27 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 39 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 37 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 32 | — |
| Bimatoprost | 32 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 24 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2024-02-06
- Certified
- 2024-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edwin Schottenstein's NPI number?
- Edwin Schottenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992739478, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edwin Schottenstein's specialty?
- Edwin Schottenstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edwin Schottenstein located?
- Edwin Schottenstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 140 W 71st St, New York, NY 10023-4018.
- What is Edwin Schottenstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edwin Schottenstein is (212) 874-2300.
- Does Edwin Schottenstein accept Medicare?
- Edwin Schottenstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edwin Schottenstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Edwin Schottenstein's NPI (1992739478) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.