2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1609894559 MD
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NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD

Ophthalmology Physician in NEWARK, 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
198
Medicare Part D claims · 44 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
55%
generic claims · 45% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
73.2773/100
▼ 10 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 73.2773/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 198 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

73.2773/100
MIPS score · -10 vs avg
198
Part D claims, 2023
55%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

73 11th percentile higher than 11% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). This entry sits in this band. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Above this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD?

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/18/2006

NPI 1609894559

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

198 86% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

MIPS final score

73.2773/100 9.822699999999998% pts

Mid-tier band

vs 83.1 national avg

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

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Ophthalmology Physician national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
73.2773/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 73.2773/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%73.3%
MIPS final score (Ophthalmology Physician) — 73.2773/100 vs national avg 83.1

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).

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 90 BERGEN ST, NEWARK, NJ, 07103, with a listed phone of (973) 972-2032. NPI 1609894559 was issued on 07/18/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BHAGAT 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 198 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 44 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $10K 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 73.2773/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 44.8928, Cost 47.6995), compared with the national average of 83.1.

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

90 BERGEN ST
NEWARK, NJ 07103

Provider Details

NPI 1609894559
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/18/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

73.2773
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
44.8928
Quality
47.6995
Cost
83
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD — brand share 45.0%
Specialty average (est.)

45% brand-name claims vs 55% generic, on 198 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.

198
Total Claims
$10K
Total Drug Cost
44
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
244
Total Day Supply
6,134
Brand vs Generic
45% brand / 55% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.81
Gender Split
48% female / 52% male
Age Distribution
<65: 11, 65-74: 20, 75-84: 13, 85+: 0

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Prednisolone Acetate
67
Brimonidine Tartrate
47
Ketorolac Tromethamine
17
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
14

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, 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

NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's 198 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 BHAGAT.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's specialty?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in NEWARK, New Jersey. Credentials: MD.
How much does NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD wrote 198 Medicare Part D claims totaling $10K in drug costs for 44 beneficiaries.
What is NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's Medicare quality score?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 73.2773/100 (Quality: 44.8928, Cost: 47.6995). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD located?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD is located at 90 BERGEN ST, NEWARK, NJ, 07103. Phone: (973) 972-2032.
What is NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's NPI number?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609894559, issued on 07/18/2006.
Does NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's prescribing is 45% brand-name and 55% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K 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 NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Prednisolone Acetate, Brimonidine Tartrate, Ketorolac Tromethamine. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD accept Medicare?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 198 Part D claims and 44 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's credentials?
NEELAKSHI BHAGAT, MD's NPI is 1609894559 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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