Benjamin Ticho, MD
NPI 1992782494 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago Ridge, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Ticho, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago Ridge, IL (NPI 1992782494).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992782494
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036082457 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,787 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 | 378 | $89 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 366 | $127 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 335 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 277 | $41 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 263 | $520 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 257 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 404 | 139 |
| Timolol Maleate | 160 | 54 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 110 | 40 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 90 | 68 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 70 | 45 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 70 | 53 |
| Ofloxacin | 68 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,383 across 42 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
- 2005-12-27
- Last updated
- 2020-04-23
- Certified
- 2020-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Ticho's NPI number?
- Benjamin Ticho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992782494, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Ticho's specialty?
- Benjamin Ticho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Ticho located?
- Benjamin Ticho's practice location on file with NPPES is 10436 Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415-2282.
- What is Benjamin Ticho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Ticho is (708) 423-4070.
- Does Benjamin Ticho accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Ticho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Ticho's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Ticho's NPI (1992782494) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.