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Dr. Richard Garfinkel, M.D.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
- NPI 1831163997
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.6 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650
Chevy Chase, MD 208156956
(301) 656-8100
fax (301) 652-2957 - Additional location
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8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr Ste 600
Fairfax, VA 220314522
(703) 698-9335
fax (301) 474-7182 - Mailing address
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7501 Greenway Center Dr, Suite #300
Greenbelt, MD 207703514
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 27, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Virginia #0101042520 · Maryland #D0037044 · District of Columbia #MD17393
- Medicaid (3)
- MD #283241101 · VA #1366498545 · DC #024856800
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831163997. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
27,583
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$3,043,652
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 13,500 | 45 | $36 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 3,533 | 1,229 | $146 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 3,273 | 1,087 | $47 | |
92202 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing | 2,853 | 943 | $17 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 1,328 | 176 | $857 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,192 | 261 | $136 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 685 | 33 | $237 | |
92201 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | 444 | 387 | $28 | |
Q5128 |
Injection, ranibizumab-eqrn (cimerli), biosimilar, 0.1 mg | 265 | 23 | $271 | |
J7999 |
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified | 113 | 54 | $86 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 1,662. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$577
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 4 | $136.20 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 2 | $134.02 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 3 | $87.88 | |
| Notal Vision, Inc. | 1 | $76.35 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $69.04 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 1 | $39.92 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $33.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
38
Patients
12
Total drug cost
$1,804
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 27 | 12 | $1,103 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $701 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Garfinkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Garfinkel practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.
Where does Dr. Richard Garfinkel practice?
Dr. Richard Garfinkel practices at 5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650, Chevy Chase, MD 208156956. Office phone: 3016568100.
What is Dr. Richard Garfinkel's NPI?
Dr. Richard Garfinkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831163997, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Garfinkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Garfinkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Garfinkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.