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DR. CHARLES JOSEPH HORNBERGER III OD
NPI 1568174969
Optometrist in Buffalo, NY

Active since December 16, 2022PECOS Enrolled
5351 COYOTE CT, BUFFALO, NY 14221(716) 984-2266 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Charles Joseph Hornberger Iii Od NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES JOSEPH HORNBERGER III OD (NPI 1568174969) is an individual optometrist in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (009701) and active in the NPI registry since December 2022. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568174969
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES JOSEPH HORNBERGER IIICredential: OD
Location Address5351 COYOTE CTBuffalo, NY 14221-8524
Mailing Address5351 Coyote CtBuffalo, NY 14221-8524 · (716) 912-6965
Phone(716) 984-2266
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateDecember 16, 2022
NPPES CertifiedDecember 16, 2022
✔ NPI 1568174969 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 NY · 009701
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.
5351 COYOTE CT, Buffalo, NY 14221
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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, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Charles Joseph Hornberger Iii Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2860863479
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230118002293
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Hornberger reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Schutz Optical Co Inc
5.8 mi
Optician
3192 WALDEN AVE
Depew, NY 14043
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295808079 (716) 684-4950

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

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 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.
26 services25 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.
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14221 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 $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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 Hornberger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Hornberger is 1568174969. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 16, 2022.

Where is Charles Hornberger located?

Charles Hornberger practices at 5351 Coyote Ct, Buffalo, NY 14221. The listed phone number is (716) 984-2266.

What is Charles Hornberger's specialty?

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

Is Charles Hornberger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Hornberger is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Charles Hornberger's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Hornberger reassigns Medicare benefits to Schutz Optical Co Inc (Depew, NY). The 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 Charles Hornberger's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Charles Hornberger 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 9 other insurers list Charles Hornberger 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 Hornberger was last updated on December 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.