Nicole Fuerst, M.D.
NPI 1871835355 · Ophthalmology Physician · West Covina, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicole Fuerst, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in West Covina, CA (NPI 1871835355).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871835355
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A161508 (CA)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,778 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 715 | $22 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 524 | $140 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 502 | $99 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 153 | $38 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 134 | $41 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 112 | $71 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 489 | 269 |
| Latanoprost | 448 | 113 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 263 | 176 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 237 | 147 |
| Cyclosporine | 199 | 70 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 176 | 81 |
| Timolol Maleate | 171 | 55 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,370 across 35 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1808 Verdugo Blvd Ste 103Glendale, CA 91208-1482Phone: (818) 957-2020
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-03-21
- Last updated
- 2019-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicole Fuerst's NPI number?
- Nicole Fuerst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871835355, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicole Fuerst's specialty?
- Nicole Fuerst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicole Fuerst located?
- Nicole Fuerst's practice location on file with NPPES is 1135 S Sunset Ave Ste 312, West Covina, CA 91790-3965.
- What is Nicole Fuerst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicole Fuerst is (626) 856-2020.
- Does Nicole Fuerst accept Medicare?
- Nicole Fuerst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicole Fuerst's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicole Fuerst's NPI (1871835355) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.