Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Fernandez, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1205132800
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-1414 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 751461
Charlotte, NC 282751461
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 21, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #52196 · Pennsylvania #MD458385
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205132800. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,534
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$196,954
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 667 | 420 | $119 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 167 | 167 | $155 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 152 | 122 | $32 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 92 | 67 | $93 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 88 | 78 | $44 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 71 | 51 | $489 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 71 | 59 | $176 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 52 | 48 | $36 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 43 | 38 | $33 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 43 | 38 | $84 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Charleston Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 312. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$769
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 3 | $293.90 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 6 | $150.01 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $137.39 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $114.15 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $44.99 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 1 | $28.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
821
Patients
333
Total drug cost
$267,139
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 112 | 36 | $94,656 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 108 | 50 | $5,492 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 82 | 35 | $88,471 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 81 | 27 | $823 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 59 | 15 | $699 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 57 | 20 | $22,516 |
| Restasis Multidose (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 50 | 22 | $43,073 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 48 | 20 | $1,157 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 47 | 17 | $1,113 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 45 | 33 | $564 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Fernandez's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Fernandez practices Ophthalmology Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Karen Fernandez practice?
Dr. Karen Fernandez practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. Office phone: 8437921414.
What is Dr. Karen Fernandez's NPI?
Dr. Karen Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205132800, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Fernandez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Fernandez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Fernandez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Ct scan of cornea (HCPCS 92025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.