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MR. BRET L FISHER M.D.
NPI 1174559660
Ophthalmology in Homewood, AL

Active since June 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 W LAKESHORE DR STE 220, HOMEWOOD, AL 35209(205) 949-2020(205) 949-1400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Mr. Bret L Fisher M.d. NPPES

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

MR. BRET L FISHER M.D. (NPI 1174559660) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Homewood, Alabama, licensed in Florida (ME 64480) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Tuscaloosa, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174559660
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. BRET L FISHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 W LAKESHORE DR STE 220Homewood, AL 35209-7271
Mailing Address3240 Edwards Lake Pkwy Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35235-3128 · (205) 949-2020 · Fax (205) 949-1400
Phone(205) 949-2020
Fax(205) 949-1400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJune 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 24, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1174559660 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME 64480
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 ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License ME 64480 (FL)
1 W LAKESHORE DR STE 220, Homewood, AL 35209
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11406 McFarland Blvd N Ste 1BTuscaloosa, AL 35406-2294 · Phone (205) 556-2121

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid373036100FL
Other23079FL · Blue Cross & Blue Sheild
Other180039064FL · Rail Road Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Bret L Fisher 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 ID8022045384
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230620002559
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 9

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.

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
98 services58 patients
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 68841
This procedure involves placing a small implant into your tear duct. The implant slowly releases medication to your eye, helping manage conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma. It's a simple, quick procedure typically performed under local anesthesia.
88 services51 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
73 services73 patients
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.
40 services40 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
38 services35 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
37 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35209 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

95.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.88

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
3 suppliers13 claims13 services$55.27 avg. paid by Medicare
U-v lens, per lens V2755
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
2 suppliers11 claims22 services$13.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Bret Fisher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bret Fisher is 1174559660. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2006.

Where is Bret Fisher located?

Bret Fisher practices at 1 W Lakeshore Dr Ste 220, Homewood, AL 35209. The listed phone number is (205) 949-2020.

What is Bret Fisher's specialty?

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

Is Bret Fisher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bret Fisher 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 Bret Fisher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 7 other insurers list Bret Fisher 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 Bret Fisher was last updated on April 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 months 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.