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FICHTE-ENDL & ELMER EYE SURGERY, PC
NPI 1063459808
Ophthalmology in Amherst, NY

Active since June 01, 2006CLIA 33D0987907 · Waiver
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD, SUITE 130, AMHERST, NY 14228(716) 564-2020(716) 564-2060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Fichte-endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, Pc NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

FICHTE-ENDL & ELMER EYE SURGERY, PC (NPI 1063459808) is a healthcare organization registered as an ophthalmology in Amherst, New York and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through February 9, 2028, maintains a secondary practice location in Niagara Falls, and lists Rhonda Blatner, Practice Administrator, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063459808
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Legal Business NameFICHTE-ENDL & ELMER EYE SURGERY, PC
Location Address2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD, SUITE 130Amherst, NY 14228-2046
Mailing Address2825 Niagara Falls Blvd, Suite 130Amherst, NY 14228-2046 · (716) 564-2020 · Fax (716) 564-2060
Phone(716) 564-2020
Fax(716) 564-2060
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialRhonda BlatnerPractice Administrator · (716) 564-2020
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 28, 2024
✔ NPI 1063459808 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Also ListedOptometristTaxonomy 152W00000X
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD, Amherst, NY 14228
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16500 Porter Rd Ste 2020Niagara Falls, NY 14304-1529 · Phone (716) 282-1114

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Fichte-endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, Pc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

22

Medicare enrollment records show 22 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 5 practice at this address and 14 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 3

Optometry11
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)6
Ophthalmology5

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 22
Michael Endl, MD
Ophthalmology
NPI 1811992019
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD STE 130
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 564-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Marissa Seider, OD
Optometry
NPI 1558048728
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD STE 130
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 564-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Linda Shenkle, OD
Optometry
NPI 1144225152
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD STE 130
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 564-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Thomas Elmer, MD
Ophthalmology
NPI 1255335907
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD STE 130
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 564-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Claus Fichte, MD
Ophthalmology
NPI 1689679730
2825 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD STE 130
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 564-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Madeline Bartels, OD
Optometry
NPI 1558920413
2126 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD
Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 693-4606
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1.3 mi
Sandra Segerson, OD
Optometry
NPI 1609182104
924 KENMORE AVE
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 876-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Stephanie Grolemund, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
NPI 1871922419
30 S CAYUGA RD
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 632-1088
✔ Accepts Medicare6.2 mi
Dale Hayes
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
NPI 1598062580
30 S CAYUGA RD
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 632-1088
✔ Accepts Medicare6.2 mi
Kimberly Nice
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
NPI 1548682164
30 S CAYUGA RD
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 632-1088
✔ Accepts Medicare6.2 mi
Dominick Tallarico, OD
Optometry
NPI 1386536720
6984 DEIDRE CT
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 535-6223
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.6 mi
Jamie Schaefer, M.D.
Ophthalmology
NPI 1538401799
11 SUMMER ST STE 300
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 479-8489
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.1 mi
Cheryl Spulecki, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
NPI 1801872957
ELM AND CARLTON ST
Buffalo, NY 14263
(716) 845-2300
✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Dawn De Nisco, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
NPI 1376862268
ELM AND CARLTON ST
Buffalo, NY 14263
(716) 845-2300
✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Jillian Beyer, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1730342767
6500 PORTER RD STE 2020
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 282-1114
✔ PECOS10 mi
Marisa Dell'isola
Optometry
NPI 1851072078
6500 PORTER RD
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 282-1114
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare10 mi
Charles Rottner, OD
Optometry
NPI 1053200808
6500 PORTER RD STE 2020
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
(716) 282-1114
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare10 mi
Emily Schwartz
Optometry
NPI 1033590302
2400 PINE AVE
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
(716) 282-1114
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare12 mi
Kathryn Gahagan, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1124431739
500 DAVISON RD
Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 434-8063
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare12 mi
Colin Anderson, MD
Ophthalmology
NPI 1518316900
3151 SOUTHWESTERN BLVD
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 674-6030
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare17 mi
See all 22 clinicians

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 33D0987907

Fichte, Endl And Elmer Eye Surgery, PC · Amherst, NY
Active · expires Feb 9, 2028
CLIA Number33D0987907
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateFebruary 10, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateFebruary 9, 2028
Laboratory DirectorClaus M. Fichte
Laboratory Phone(716) 564-2020
Laboratory LocationFichte, Endl And Elmer Eye Surgery, PC2825 Niagara Falls Blvd, #130, Amherst, NY 14228
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC is 1063459808. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2006.

Where is Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC located?

Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC is located at 2825 Niagara Falls Blvd Suite 130, Amherst, NY 14228. The listed phone number is (716) 564-2020.

What is Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 22 clinicians in 3 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Optometry (11), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) (6) and Ophthalmology (5). Of these, 5 practice at this address and 14 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Does Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 33D0987907) is associated with this NPI, valid through February 9, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fichte-Endl & Elmer Eye Surgery, PC was last updated on February 28, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.