Robert Schumer, MD
Robert Schumer is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Kingston, NY with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Robert Schumer, MD runs an independent ophthalmologist practice in Kingston, NY. Trained at University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
Older · 5472dNPPES updated 2011-05-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202338.33/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-45.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.4%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
680
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
587
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,474
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $474k
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.
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 (+4%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1986
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
150 Aaron Court 150 Aaron Court, Kingston, NY 12401-2962
Differs from practice location
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Robert Schumer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert Schumer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Kingston 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 Robert Schumer
NPI records show Dr. Schumer as active with telehealth listed in Kingston, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (845) 331-6670.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
150 Aaron Ct, Kingston, NY 12401-2962
Mailing Address
150 Aaron Court 150 Aaron Court, Kingston, NY 12401-2962
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