CHARLES BLAKE AVERA M.D.
NPI 1144281544
Ophthalmology in Wichita Falls, TX

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.79/100
CMS Quality Rating
1704 11TH ST, WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301(940) 723-1274(940) 723-1525 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 10, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Charles Blake Avera M.d. NPPES

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

CHARLES BLAKE AVERA M.D. (NPI 1144281544) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Wichita Falls, Texas, licensed in Texas (H224) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144281544
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES BLAKE AVERACredential: M.D.
Location Address1704 11TH STWichita Falls, TX 76301-5020
Mailing Address1704 11th StWichita Falls, TX 76301-5020 · (940) 723-1274 · Fax (940) 723-1525
Fax(940) 723-1525
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 10, 2013
NPI 1144281544 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · H224
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.
1704 11TH ST, Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid137823407TX
Medicare UPINE41365TX
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified88J623TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Charles Blake Avera M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8224217344
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110121000414
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
1,272 services1,248 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
641 services385 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
279 services278 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
264 services264 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
186 services179 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
147 services129 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76301 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75.79/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost19.3

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Specialist
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Ophthalmology
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Ophthalmology
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Ophthalmology
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Optometrist
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Ophthalmology
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301
Ophthalmology
1704 11TH ST
WICHITA FALLS, TX 76301

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 Charles Avera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Avera is 1144281544. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Charles Avera located?

Charles Avera practices at 1704 11th St, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. The listed phone number is (940) 723-1274.

What is Charles Avera's specialty?

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

Is Charles Avera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Avera is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Charles Avera accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Charles Avera 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 Charles Avera was last updated on December 10, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.