Charles Hickey, M.D.
NPI 1487610960 · Ophthalmology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Hickey, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1487610960).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487610960
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 35043944H (OH)
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
1,167 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 | 432 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 176 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 109 | $124 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 84 | $34 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 75 | $38 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 72 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 573 | 135 |
| Timolol Maleate | 303 | 88 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 198 | 146 |
| Ofloxacin | 162 | 112 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 101 | 41 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 46 | 34 |
| Cyclosporine | 29 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$169 across 2 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
- 2006-04-25
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Hickey's NPI number?
- Charles Hickey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487610960, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Hickey's specialty?
- Charles Hickey is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Hickey located?
- Charles Hickey's practice location on file with NPPES is 5965 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43213-1562.
- What is Charles Hickey's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Hickey is (614) 766-2006.
- Does Charles Hickey accept Medicare?
- Charles Hickey is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Hickey's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Hickey's NPI (1487610960) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.