Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Albert Hazan, M.D.
Ophthalmology · Brooklyn, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Hazan
Dr. Albert Hazan is an ophthalmology specialist in Brooklyn, NY, with 13 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Hazan performed 3,369 Medicare services across 2,754 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Hazan received a total of $4,282 from 33 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 240 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Hazan is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 13 years in practice
▲ Top 27% volume in NY
$4,282 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,369
Medicare services
Top 27% in NY for ophthalmology
2,754
Unique beneficiaries
$94
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~259 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eye exam, established patient, focused A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom. |
551 | $83 | $125 |
| Eye drainage system examination An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye. |
467 | $25 | $95 |
| Visual field test, extended A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam. |
371 | $57 | $200 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
309 | $33 | $200 |
| Retinal imaging (OCT scan) This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye. |
271 | $36 | $250 |
| Extended exam of back of eye with optic nerve drawing A detailed examination of the posterior section of the eye, including the optic nerve, with documentation through drawing. |
250 | $14 | $250 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, established patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider. |
217 | $114 | $175 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, new patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient. |
201 | $134 | $250 |
| Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan) Imaging of the optic nerve. |
143 | $32 | $250 |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea. |
106 | $10 | $200 |
| Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power An ultrasound procedure used to measure the length of the eye and calculate the power of the lens. |
85 | $63 | $250 |
| Cataract surgery with lens implant Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision. |
79 | $467 | $2,500 |
| Tear duct plug insertion A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface. |
62 | $198 | $275 |
| Glaucoma drainage surgery with previous scarring Surgical creation of a new drainage pathway for eye fluid to treat glaucoma in cases where previous scarring is present. |
58 | $288 | $4,000 |
| Laser removal of recurring cataract A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule. |
39 | $308 | $800 |
| Laser eye fluid drainage tract creation A laser procedure used to create drainage tracts in the iris to help fluid flow out of the eye. |
26 | $280 | $1,000 |
| Ultrasound of eye tissue and structures A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the eye's internal tissues and structures. |
24 | $46 | $250 |
| Incision to improve eye fluid flow A surgical procedure involving an incision to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
22 | $734 | $4,000 |
| Complex cataract removal with lens implant A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision. |
19 | $610 | $2,000 |
| Cataract removal with lens implant and laser treatment This procedure involves removing the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial prosthetic lens. It also includes laser treatment to reduce fluid production within the eye. |
16 | $585 | $3,500 |
| Corneal transplant, outer layer Surgical procedure to replace the outer layer of the cornea with donor tissue. |
14 | $1,074 | $2,500 |
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
14 | $228 | $1,000 |
| Removal of scar tissue in eye (posterior synechiae) This procedure involves the removal of scar tissue that has formed between the iris and the lens in the eye. It is performed to address posterior synechiae, which are adhesions that can affect vision. |
14 | $293 | $1,000 |
| Eye shunt creation with tissue graft A surgical procedure to create a drainage pathway for eye fluid using a tissue graft to improve fluid flow. |
11 | $488 | $3,000 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
4.5% high complexity
18.7% medium
76.8% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$4,282
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $612/year across 7 years
Top 23% in NY for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
33
Companies
240
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$4,282 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,646
2023
$710
2022
$507
2021
$574
2020
$412
2019
$371
2018
$62
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Alcon Vision LLC
$557
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$222
ABBVIE INC.
$212
Baxter Healthcare
$148
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$135
Thea Pharma Inc.
$84
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$72
Harrow Eye, LLC
$71
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$47
Dompe US, Inc.
$43
Amgen Inc.
$20
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$19
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$16
Top 3 companies account for 60.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Alcon Vision LLC
$894
ABBVIE INC.
$407
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$368
Allergan, Inc.
$245
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$202
NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC.
$186
Akorn Operating Company LLC
$178
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$156
Baxter Healthcare
$148
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$139
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$136
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$135
Thea Pharma Inc.
$121
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$115
Allergan Inc.
$96
Ivantis, Inc
$84
Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$76
Dompe US, Inc.
$76
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$74
Harrow Eye, LLC
$71
Akorn, Inc.
$62
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$47
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$42
EYEVANCE PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
$41
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$27
Iridex Corporation
$26
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$22
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$20
Amgen Inc.
$20
Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited
$19
TISSUETECH, INC.
$18
Mallinckrodt LLC
$17
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 39.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · ALREX · AMVISC PLUS · ARGOS · Cequa · Clareon · DUREZOL · DURYSTA · ENVISTA · Flarex · HYDRUS Microstent · Hydrus · Hydrus Microstent · ILEVRO · ILUX · INVELTYS · IYUZEH · Izervay · Kahook Dual Blade · LOTEMAX GEL · LOTEMAX SM · LUMIGAN · MIEBO · OMNI · OMNI SURGICAL SYSTEM · OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) · OXERVATE · Omidria · PROKERA · Rocklatan · Simbrinza · TEPEZZA · TRAVATAN Z · TYRVAYA · TearCare SmartLid · Tecnis Multifocal Family of 1-piece IOLS · Tobradex ST · VEVYE · VYZULTA · XDEMVY · XEN · XIIDRA · Zerviate · Zioptan · enVista MX60 IOL
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
1,283
Per 100K population
48.5
County median income
$78,548
Nearest hospital
NEW YORK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF BROOKLYN, INC.
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Hazan is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 27% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Hazan experienced with eye exam, established patient, focused?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Hazan performed 551 eye exam, established patient, focused services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Hazan receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Hazan received a total of $4,282 from 33 companies across 240 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Hazan's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Brooklyn?
Dr. Hazan's average Medicare payment per service is $94. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Hazan) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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