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Ophthalmology

Joel H. Goffman, MD

Sees patients in Houston, TX · Texas

Summary

Joel H. Goffman, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Houston, TX. NPI 1316947088. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Joel H. Goffman, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
59Years since medical school (graduated 1967)
University Of Maryland School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Joel H. Goffman see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Houston, TX. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Joel H. Goffman's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Joel H. Goffman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Joel H. Goffman accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Joel H. Goffman?
(713) 467-0990, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Joel H. Goffman's NPI number?
1316947088. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Joel H. Goffman is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Maryland School Of Medicine
Graduation year1967
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1316947088
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians