Karen Fernandez, M.D.
NPI 1205132800 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Fernandez, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1205132800).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205132800
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD458385 (PA)
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
15 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
1,591 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 | 712 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 167 | $155 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 99 | $488 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 95 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 166 | 61 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 136 | 66 |
| Cyclosporine | 115 | 36 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 92 | 32 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 77 | 24 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 74 | 35 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis Multidose | 67 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$769 across 13 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
- 2011-01-31
- Last updated
- 2018-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Fernandez's NPI number?
- Karen Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205132800, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Fernandez's specialty?
- Karen Fernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Fernandez located?
- Karen Fernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425.
- What is Karen Fernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Fernandez is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Karen Fernandez accept Medicare?
- Karen Fernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Fernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Fernandez's NPI (1205132800) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.