Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Heltzer, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1336171248
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.7 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6430 Rockledge Dr, 270
Bethesda, MD 208171805
(301) 493-9600
fax (301) 493-9235
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 16, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D0056040
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336171248. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,085
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$596,737
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,385 | 1,073 | $147 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 644 | 619 | $42 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 602 | 580 | $74 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 413 | 326 | $105 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 394 | 370 | $47 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 318 | 274 | $143 | |
92145 |
Measurement of corneal pressure | 304 | 270 | $14 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 270 | 268 | $43 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 238 | 144 | $53 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 200 | 129 | $536 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 271. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$703
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaukos Corporation | 4 | $224.09 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 8 | $164.54 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 2 | $147.04 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $47.14 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $27.69 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $25.71 | |
| NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC. | 1 | $18.90 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. | 1 | $18.65 | |
| Thea Pharma Inc. | 1 | $15.12 | |
| Sight Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $14.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,982
Patients
786
Total drug cost
$377,911
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 537 | 189 | $12,599 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 280 | 108 | $4,709 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 275 | 99 | $10,521 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 166 | 63 | $10,062 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 90 | 35 | $60,985 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 77 | 56 | $2,300 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 72 | 22 | $37,878 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 70 | 27 | $104,709 |
| Rocklatan (Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprost) | Brand | 68 | 26 | $57,454 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 67 | 43 | $3,211 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Heltzer's medical specialty?
Dr. James Heltzer practices Ophthalmology Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. James Heltzer practice?
Dr. James Heltzer practices at 6430 Rockledge Dr, Bethesda, MD 208171805. Office phone: 3014939600.
What is Dr. James Heltzer's NPI?
Dr. James Heltzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336171248, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Heltzer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Heltzer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Heltzer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.