DR. GEORGE EDWARD HURWITZ III
NPI 1144887357
Optometrist in Venice, FL

Q: What is George Hurwitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Hurwitz is 1144887357. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2019.

Q: What is George Hurwitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Hurwitz was last updated on November 27, 2023. 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.

Active since May 22, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

1360 E VENICE AVE, VENICE, FL 34285(941) 488-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 27, 2020, Aug 28, 2019, May 22, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. George Edward Hurwitz Iii NPPES

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

DR. GEORGE EDWARD HURWITZ III (NPI 1144887357) is an individual optometrist in Venice, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC5733) and active in the NPI registry since May 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144887357

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE EDWARD HURWITZ III

Location Address1360 E VENICE AVEVenice, FL 34285-9066

Mailing Address1360 E Venice AveVenice, FL 34285-9066

Phone(941) 488-2020

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateMay 22, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 27, 2020

✔ NPI 1144887357 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · OPC5733

Definition

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

1360 E VENICE AVE, Venice, FL 34285

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Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. George Edward Hurwitz Iii 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 ID6800125246

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190910000921

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 11

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.

640 services638 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.

363 services285 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.

205 services205 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.

203 services198 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).

153 services147 patients

Closure of tear duct opening using plug 68761

Closure of the tear duct opening using a plug is a procedure to address excessive tear production. A small device is inserted into the tear duct to block it, reducing tear flow and relieving symptoms. This is a safe, reversible process, often performed in-office.

111 services44 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34285 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

85.3/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

99.95

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

53.56

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

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