Herbert Fechter, MD
NPI 1063467454 · Ophthalmology Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Herbert Fechter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1063467454).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063467454
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 058600 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
3,314 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 701 | $122 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 495 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 420 | $58 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 334 | $117 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 300 | $32 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 170 | $25 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 2,162 | 675 |
| Timolol Maleate | 1,486 | 511 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 706 | 210 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 202 | 67 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 169 | 49 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 158 | 123 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 117 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$731 across 23 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
- 2006-05-23
- Last updated
- 2019-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Herbert Fechter's NPI number?
- Herbert Fechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063467454, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Herbert Fechter's specialty?
- Herbert Fechter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Herbert Fechter located?
- Herbert Fechter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1330 Interstate Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909-5625.
- What is Herbert Fechter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Herbert Fechter is (706) 651-2020.
- Does Herbert Fechter accept Medicare?
- Herbert Fechter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Herbert Fechter's NPI active?
- Yes — Herbert Fechter's NPI (1063467454) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.