Mark J Kupersmith, MD

Ophthalmology

Mark J Kupersmith is an Ophthalmology specialist based in New York, NY with over 52 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(212) 636-3200New York, NY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Mark J Kupersmith, MD has practiced ophthalmology for 52+ years, working in independent practice. A Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School graduate since 1974, he brings 52+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 34% of reporting doctors in New York
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 41 Ophthalmology providers in NYSee all Ophthalmology in New York52+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 4511dNPPES updated 2014-01-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1000 10th Ave 10th Fl Rm Inn, New York, NY 10019-1147

Fax: (212) 636-3195
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

83%

New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.2 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

515

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

116

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

522

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $195k

Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
70%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%
Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+5%)23%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Stroke / TIA
Higher than avg (+8%)21%

Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention

US avg: 13.4%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1974

    Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

  2. 52 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

OphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Taxonomy: 207W00000X

Education & Training

Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1974)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1000 10th Ave 10th Floor Rm Inn, New York, NY 10019-1147

Differs from practice location

Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Mark J Kupersmith

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Mark J Kupersmith for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mark J Kupersmith

Dr. Kupersmith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 636-3200.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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