2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1669552881 MD
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ARLENE AHMAD, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in BOONTON, New Jersey. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
236
Medicare Part D claims · 43 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
55%
generic claims · 45% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ARLENE AHMAD, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in BOONTON, New Jersey with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 236 claims across 43 beneficiaries — 45% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ARLENE AHMAD, MD filed 236 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BOONTON, New Jersey. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

ARLENE AHMAD, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ARLENE AHMAD, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/16/2006

NPI 1669552881

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

236 83% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

Specialty distribution in New Jersey

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among New Jersey providers

New Jersey providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within New Jersey

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within New Jersey

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Ophthalmology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Ophthalmology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Ophthalmology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Ophthalmology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ARLENE AHMAD, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in BOONTON, New Jersey, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1669552881. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

ARLENE AHMAD, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 223 W MAIN ST, BOONTON, NJ, 07005, with a listed phone of (973) 263-2080. NPI 1669552881 was issued on 10/16/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AHMAD most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 236 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 43 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $40K in drug spend, split 45% brand-name and 55% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

223 W MAIN ST
BOONTON, NJ 07005

Provider Details

NPI 1669552881
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 10/16/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

ARLENE AHMAD, MD — brand share 45.0%
Specialty average (est.)

45% brand-name claims vs 55% generic, on 236 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

236
Total Claims
$40K
Total Drug Cost
43
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
386
Total Day Supply
10,855
Brand vs Generic
45% brand / 55% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$33K
Generic Drug Cost
$7K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.05
Gender Split
60% female / 40% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
56
Latanoprost
54
Tafluprost
Tafluprost/Pf
30
Timolol Maleate
28
Betimol
Timolol
19
Ciprofloxacin Hcl
13

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How ARLENE AHMAD, MD fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

ARLENE AHMAD, MD's 236 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in New Jersey

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Jersey, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as AHMAD.

Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARLENE AHMAD, MD's specialty?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in BOONTON, New Jersey. Credentials: MD.
How much does ARLENE AHMAD, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ARLENE AHMAD, MD wrote 236 Medicare Part D claims totaling $40K in drug costs for 43 beneficiaries.
Where is ARLENE AHMAD, MD located?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD is located at 223 W MAIN ST, BOONTON, NJ, 07005. Phone: (973) 263-2080.
What is ARLENE AHMAD, MD's NPI number?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669552881, issued on 10/16/2006.
Does ARLENE AHMAD, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD's prescribing is 45% brand-name and 55% generic drugs by claim count, with $33K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ARLENE AHMAD, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ARLENE AHMAD, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Lumigan, Latanoprost, Tafluprost. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ARLENE AHMAD, MD accept Medicare?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 236 Part D claims and 43 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ARLENE AHMAD, MD's credentials?
ARLENE AHMAD, MD's NPI is 1669552881 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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