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Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1649215245
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.3 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
601 Walnut St Ste 210W
Philadelphia, PA 191063323
(215) 925-6402
fax (215) 925-0262 - Additional location
-
50 Monument RD Ste 110
Bala Cynwyd, PA 190041706
(610) 667-6760
fax (610) 667-7206
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 2, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD428282
- Medicaid
- PA #1016108940003
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649215245. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,274
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$498,727
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,503 | 943 | $135 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 718 | 584 | $37 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 599 | 552 | $29 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 597 | 556 | $39 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 529 | 494 | $67 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 305 | 144 | $23 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 181 | 156 | $96 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 156 | 146 | $38 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 108 | 102 | $42 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 101 | 61 | $508 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 68 peers in this city , average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,162
Transactions
43
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 18 | $390.10 | |
| NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC. | 4 | $168.66 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 4 | $123.68 | |
| RxSight Inc | 1 | $122.56 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $93.68 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 3 | $62.56 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 3 | $61.56 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $35.13 | |
| BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC. | 2 | $33.76 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $30.93 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $19.56 | |
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 1 | $19.33 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,520
Patients
1,358
Total drug cost
$682,884
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 825 | 253 | $14,489 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 428 | 121 | $11,286 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 379 | 108 | $238,034 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 307 | 166 | $18,713 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 223 | 92 | $10,298 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 206 | 135 | $2,581 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 197 | 66 | $106,798 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 164 | 109 | $3,180 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 137 | 43 | $3,522 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 132 | 34 | $61,241 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rachel Niknam's medical specialty?
Dr. Rachel Niknam practices Ophthalmology Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Rachel Niknam practice?
Dr. Rachel Niknam practices at 601 Walnut St Ste 210W, Philadelphia, PA 191063323. Office phone: 2159256402.
What is Dr. Rachel Niknam's NPI?
Dr. Rachel Niknam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649215245, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rachel Niknam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rachel Niknam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rachel Niknam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133); Exam of the internal drainage system of eye (HCPCS 92020). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.