Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Darrin Karcher, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Van Wert, OH
- NPI 1235100652
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1183 Westwood Drive
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-9244
fax (419) 238-4695
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 7, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #4944
- Medicaid
- OH #2445296
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235100652. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,402
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$32,875
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 960 | 13 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 258 | 257 | $86 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 88 | 83 | $38 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 22 | 21 | $54 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 18 | 17 | $34 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 16 | 14 | $22 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 15 | 15 | $107 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 14 | 14 | $84 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 11 | 11 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 155. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$55
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 3 | $54.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
85
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$5,467
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 50 | 15 | $1,505 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $156 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 12 | 0 | $3,727 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $78 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Darrin Karcher's medical specialty?
Dr. Darrin Karcher practices Optometrist in Van Wert, OH.
Where does Dr. Darrin Karcher practice?
Dr. Darrin Karcher practices at 1183 Westwood Drive, Van Wert, OH 45891. Office phone: 4192389244.
What is Dr. Darrin Karcher's NPI?
Dr. Darrin Karcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235100652, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Darrin Karcher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Darrin Karcher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Darrin Karcher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.