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MR. WAYNE S FUCHS MD
NPI 1720181316
Ophthalmology in New York, NY

Active since September 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
121 E 60TH ST, SUITE 5B, NEW YORK, NY 10022(212) 319-8205(212) 319-8646 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Mr. Wayne S Fuchs Md NPPES

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

MR. WAYNE S FUCHS MD (NPI 1720181316) is an individual ophthalmology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (144953) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720181316
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. WAYNE S FUCHSCredential: MD
Location Address121 E 60TH ST, SUITE 5BNew York, NY 10022-1117
Mailing Address121 East 60 Street, Suite 5bNew York, NY 10022 · (212) 319-8205 · Fax (212) 319-8646
Phone(212) 319-8205
Fax(212) 319-8646
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIcahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateSeptember 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 2010
✔ NPI 1720181316 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 144953
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.
121 E 60TH ST, New York, NY 10022
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINB02618
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified13097100
OtherNS1867Oxford
Other1332170011199
Other133217001United Health

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

Mr. Wayne S Fuchs Md 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 ID6901093574
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101208000540
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.

Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777
Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.
11,760 services42 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.
2,435 services628 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.
1,799 services289 patients
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
1,401 services528 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
968 services135 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
949 services207 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10022 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
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
100%34 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%2,820 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
99%795 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Glaucoma Intraocular Pressure Reduction
92%64 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%50 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 806 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 806 patients
0%806 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. BRUCE B BLAU DDS
Dentist
121 E 60TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 888-6311
STEPHEN A OBSTBAUM MD PLLC
Ophthalmology
121 E 60TH ST, 8TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (646) 521-0263
JARRET DRUCKER DPM
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
121 E 60TH ST, APT 3D
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 486-7333
PRECISE SURGICAL PC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
121 E 60TH ST, SUITE 1D
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 534-4707
BRUCE ROBINSON, M.D., P.C.
Dermatology
121 E 60TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 750-7121
ROBERT L. BARD, M.D., P.C.
Specialist
121 E 60TH ST, SUITE 6A
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 355-7017
JANET M. WERKMEISTER, M.D.
Allergy & Immunology
121 E 60TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 758-4633
GISELD CHOE
Pharmacist
121 E 60TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10022
New York County (212) 838-1212

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 Wayne Fuchs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wayne Fuchs is 1720181316. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 7, 2006.

Where is Wayne Fuchs located?

Wayne Fuchs practices at 121 E 60th St Suite 5B, New York, NY 10022. The listed phone number is (212) 319-8205.

What is Wayne Fuchs's specialty?

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

Is Wayne Fuchs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wayne Fuchs 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wayne Fuchs was last updated on August 3, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.