Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rona Appel, M D
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Brooklyn, NY
- NPI 1245291160
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 46 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
528 Neptune Ave
Brooklyn, NY 112244004
(718) 996-2020
fax (718) 996-2538
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 29, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #146524-1
- Medicaid
- NY #009548256
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245291160. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,871
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$474,644
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 728 | 394 | $45 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 689 | 374 | $148 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 495 | 401 | $44 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 461 | 347 | $74 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 300 | 164 | $107 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 210 | 40 | $139 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 187 | 108 | $164 | |
J9035 |
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg | 162 | 32 | $71 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 155 | 49 | $131 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 116 | 12 | $869 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 53 peers in Brooklyn Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 270. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$47
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $46.99 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,436
Patients
546
Total drug cost
$200,062
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 307 | 174 | $28,752 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 255 | 65 | $4,201 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 143 | 72 | $8,633 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 108 | 50 | $39,465 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 90 | 48 | $1,999 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 86 | 35 | $1,851 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 84 | 24 | $2,330 |
| Olopatadine Hcl | Generic | 73 | 25 | $5,900 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 58 | 18 | $3,579 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 53 | 0 | $56,359 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rona Appel's medical specialty?
Dr. Rona Appel practices Ophthalmology Physician in Brooklyn, NY.
Where does Dr. Rona Appel practice?
Dr. Rona Appel practices at 528 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY 112244004. Office phone: 7189962020.
What is Dr. Rona Appel's NPI?
Dr. Rona Appel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245291160, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rona Appel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rona Appel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rona Appel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.