Homer Richer, M.D.
NPI 1922156595 · Ophthalmology Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Homer Richer, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1922156595).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922156595
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- F7095 (TX)
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
19 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
4,653 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 | 1,384 | $22 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 761 | $84 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 695 | $22 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 530 | $192 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 521 | $32 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye92132 | 421 | $27 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 512 | 177 |
| Timolol Maleate | 161 | 59 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 95 | 68 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza | 65 | 15 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 40 | 12 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 36 | 16 |
| Acetazolamidebrand: Acetazolamide Er | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 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
- 2007-01-08
- Last updated
- 2008-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Homer Richer's NPI number?
- Homer Richer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922156595, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Homer Richer's specialty?
- Homer Richer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Homer Richer located?
- Homer Richer's practice location on file with NPPES is 2955 Central Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520-8958.
- What is Homer Richer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Homer Richer is (956) 542-6945.
- Does Homer Richer accept Medicare?
- Homer Richer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Homer Richer's NPI active?
- Yes — Homer Richer's NPI (1922156595) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.