Oscar Hernandez, MD
NPI 1225171952 · Ophthalmology Physician · Arecibo, PR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Oscar Hernandez, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Arecibo, PR (NPI 1225171952).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225171952
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15856 (PR)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
304 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 109 | $88 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 50 | $35 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 41 | $15 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 30 | $62 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 22 | $40 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 21 | $33 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 2,730 | 1,129 |
| Fluorometholone | 1,377 | 869 |
| Timolol Maleate | 709 | 178 |
| Latanoprost | 654 | 123 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 575 | 344 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 550 | 142 |
| Ofloxacin | 482 | 324 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-14
- Last updated
- 2025-07-01
- Certified
- 2025-06-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Oscar Hernandez's NPI number?
- Oscar Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225171952, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Oscar Hernandez's specialty?
- Oscar Hernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Oscar Hernandez located?
- Oscar Hernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is Metropavia Clinic, Arecibo, PR 00613.
- What is Oscar Hernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Oscar Hernandez is (787) 820-8989.
- Does Oscar Hernandez accept Medicare?
- Oscar Hernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Oscar Hernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Oscar Hernandez's NPI (1225171952) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.