Wayne Fuchs, MD
NPI 1720181316 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wayne Fuchs, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1720181316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720181316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 144953 (NY)
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
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
7,464 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,435 | $48 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,799 | $105 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 1,401 | $18 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 949 | $135 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 625 | $148 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 143 | $29 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 110 | 23 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 30 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 24 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 22 | — |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 21 | — |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza | 15 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 13 | — |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-07
- Last updated
- 2010-08-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wayne Fuchs's NPI number?
- Wayne Fuchs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720181316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wayne Fuchs's specialty?
- Wayne Fuchs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wayne Fuchs located?
- Wayne Fuchs's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 E 60th St, New York, NY 10022-1117.
- What is Wayne Fuchs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wayne Fuchs is (212) 319-8205.
- Does Wayne Fuchs accept Medicare?
- Wayne Fuchs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wayne Fuchs's NPI active?
- Yes — Wayne Fuchs's NPI (1720181316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.