Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Bechtel, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Altoona, PA
- NPI 1952374472
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.2 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
600 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 166025530
(814) 946-0821
fax (814) 941-2520
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD058796L
- Medicaid
- PA #0015863200002
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952374472. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
67
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$7,605
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 31 | 22 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 22 | 20 | $122 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $160 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Altoona Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$96
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $95.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
78
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$13,608
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 28 | 0 | $299 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $8,079 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $4,085 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $1,145 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Bechtel's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Bechtel practices Ophthalmology Physician in Altoona, PA.
Where does Dr. Robert Bechtel practice?
Dr. Robert Bechtel practices at 600 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 166025530. Office phone: 8149460821.
What is Dr. Robert Bechtel's NPI?
Dr. Robert Bechtel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952374472, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Bechtel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Bechtel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Bechtel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.