Denise Kerchner, M.D.
NPI 1053546317 · Ophthalmology Physician · York, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Denise Kerchner, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in York, PA (NPI 1053546317).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053546317
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD448368 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,947 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 369 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 341 | $501 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 302 | $83 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 268 | $117 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 174 | $140 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 148 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 565 | 136 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 349 | 226 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 277 | 156 |
| Ofloxacin | 220 | 163 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 180 | 52 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 133 | 46 |
| Timolol Maleate | 129 | 41 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$815 across 37 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-15
- Last updated
- 2013-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Denise Kerchner's NPI number?
- Denise Kerchner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053546317, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Denise Kerchner's specialty?
- Denise Kerchner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Denise Kerchner located?
- Denise Kerchner's practice location on file with NPPES is 1601 2nd Ave, York, PA 17403-1958.
- What is Denise Kerchner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Denise Kerchner is (717) 848-2520.
- Does Denise Kerchner accept Medicare?
- Denise Kerchner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Denise Kerchner's NPI active?
- Yes — Denise Kerchner's NPI (1053546317) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.