Charles Avera, M.D.
NPI 1144281544 · Ophthalmology Physician · Wichita Falls, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Avera, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Wichita Falls, TX (NPI 1144281544).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144281544
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H224 (TX)
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
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
3,041 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,272 | $118 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 641 | $84 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 279 | $34 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 264 | $141 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 186 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 147 | $60 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 946 | 199 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 280 | 78 |
| Timolol Maleate | 220 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 160 | 52 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 96 | 25 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 72 | 24 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 58 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$685 across 30 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
- 2006-03-28
- Last updated
- 2013-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Avera's NPI number?
- Charles Avera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144281544, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Avera's specialty?
- Charles Avera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Avera located?
- Charles Avera's practice location on file with NPPES is 1704 11th St, Wichita Falls, TX 76301-5020.
- What is Charles Avera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Avera is (940) 723-1274.
- Does Charles Avera accept Medicare?
- Charles Avera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Avera's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Avera's NPI (1144281544) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.