Physician Profile
Philip R. Niswander, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Niswander
Based in Williamsville, NY, Philip R. Niswander, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. According to Medicare claims data, Philip cared for 682 Medicare patients across 729 services. The services billed most often include established patient complete exam of visual system, imaging of retina, and exam of visual field with extended testing.
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Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (716) 634-4441
- Email not available
Practice Locations
40 N UNION RD NISWANDER EYE CENTER
Williamsville, NY 14221
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
Cornea and external eye
- Blepharitis
- Corneal abrasion
- Corneal ulcer
- Keratoconus
- Pink eye
- Pterygium
Eyelid and tear drainage
- Blocked tear duct
- Chalazion
- Drooping eyelid
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
- Epiretinal membrane
- Retinal detachment
Eye injuries
- Foreign Object in Eye
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
- Thyroid eye disease
- Uveitis
Retina & vitreous
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
- Intraocular lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
Corneal procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Eye Graft
Eye diagnostics
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
- Stye Removal
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
- Drooping-eyelid repair
- Entropion repair
- Eye-muscle surgery
- Eyelid surgery
- Tear-duct bypass surgery
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
- Laser Floater Removal
Laser procedures
- Laser Treatment for Retinal Tear
Laser vision correction
- SMILE Eye Surgery
Refractive surgery
- Clear Lens Exchange
- Implantable Contact Lenses
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
729 services · 682 patients · 8 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
414 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
85 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
70 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
54 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
20 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
17 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
56 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 2
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 15 related providers in 2 groups
Other eye doctors in Williamsville 7
Same specialty, same city.
Also performs Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 8
Providers in NY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Philip R. Niswander's specialty?
Philip R. Niswander is an eye doctor in Williamsville, NY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Philip R. Niswander?
Philip R. Niswander is listed at 40 N Union Rd Niswander Eye Center, Williamsville, NY 14221. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Philip R. Niswander?
The number on file is (716) 634-4441. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Philip R. Niswander's NPI number?
Philip R. Niswander's National Provider Identifier is 1306844550. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
How long has Philip R. Niswander been practicing?
Philip R. Niswander has 21+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2005. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What is Philip R. Niswander known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Philip R. Niswander performs procedures including removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser; provides treatments such as established patient complete exam of visual system and imaging of retina, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Philip R. Niswander confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Philip R. Niswander. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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