Rachel Miriam Niknam, MD
Rachel Miriam Niknam is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Philadelphia, PA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Rachel Miriam Niknam, MD has practiced ophthalmology for 24+ years, working in group practice. A Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 88.34/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 67% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2090dNPPES updated 2020-09-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
601 Walnut St Ste 210w, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania.
MIPS Score
202388.34/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better61.4%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-21.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,098
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
790
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,117
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $823k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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.
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.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.2k received from industry
43 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Rachel Miriam Niknam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Board certified · Sep 1, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
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
Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (Class of 2002)
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Rachel Miriam Niknam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rachel Miriam Niknam for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Philadelphia 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 Rachel Miriam Niknam
Dr. Niknam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Philadelphia, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (215) 925-6402.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
601 Walnut St Ste 210w, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323
Mailing Address
601 Walnut St Ste 210w, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323
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