Frederick Fuerste, MD
NPI 1255311023 · Ophthalmology Physician · Dubuque, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frederick Fuerste, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Dubuque, IA (NPI 1255311023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255311023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25414 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
1,053 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 505 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 186 | $52 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 104 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 70 | $58 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 65 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 65 | $101 |
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 | 476 | 98 |
| Timolol Maleate | 128 | 35 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 96 | 21 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 73 | 16 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 38 | — |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 30 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 29 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-18
- Last updated
- 2007-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frederick Fuerste's NPI number?
- Frederick Fuerste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255311023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frederick Fuerste's specialty?
- Frederick Fuerste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frederick Fuerste located?
- Frederick Fuerste's practice location on file with NPPES is 2140 Jfk Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002-3883.
- What is Frederick Fuerste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frederick Fuerste is (563) 582-0769.
- Does Frederick Fuerste accept Medicare?
- Frederick Fuerste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frederick Fuerste's NPI active?
- Yes — Frederick Fuerste's NPI (1255311023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.