Dr. Barry Alan Schechter , MD
Ophthalmology • Boynton Beach, FL
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Barry Schechter, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Boynton Beach, FL. With approximately 38 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 1988, Dr. Schechter delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1717 W WOOLBRIGHT RD.
Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute Inc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include closure of tear duct opening using plug, imaging of retina, established patient complete exam of visual system. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1717 W Woolbright Rd
Boynton Beach, FL 334266319
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
1988
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Boynton Beach, FL
Practicing in Boynton Beach, FL (1686 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
68761
Closure of tear duct opening using plug
|
1,751 | 562 | $280.16 | $112.81 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
1,629 | 1,440 | $100.00 | $41.24 |
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
1,532 | 1,354 | $250.00 | $131.18 |
|
92201
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing
|
1,018 | 962 | $65.00 | $26.10 |
|
92012
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
|
929 | 666 | $175.00 | $92.89 |
|
92285
Photography of content of eyes
|
635 | 530 | $90.00 | $24.33 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
331 | 331 | $274.92 | $155.02 |
|
92202
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing
|
313 | 305 | $55.00 | $16.20 |
|
92136
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
|
310 | 181 | $150.00 | $41.17 |
|
92250
Photography of the retina
|
285 | 280 | $125.00 | $35.62 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
272 | 255 | $150.00 | $65.90 |
|
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
|
247 | 148 | $2250.00 | $551.18 |
|
66821
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
|
209 | 153 | $600.00 | $350.36 |
|
76512
Ultrasound of eye disease, growth, or structure
|
190 | 184 | $310.63 | $59.21 |
|
68841
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye
|
181 | 110 | $500.00 | $17.27 |
|
92025
Ct scan of cornea
|
170 | 162 | $75.00 | $37.66 |
|
67820
Removal of eyelashes using forceps
|
118 | 104 | $119.87 | $15.44 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
85 | 83 | $100.00 | $35.98 |
|
65205
Removal of foreign body in external eye, conjunctiva
|
83 | 77 | $100.00 | $23.14 |
|
67840
Removal of eyelid growth
|
60 | 51 | $577.50 | $297.09 |
|
J3301
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
|
55 | 13 | $2.89 | $0.99 |
|
92002
New patient problem focused exam of visual system
|
45 | 45 | $195.00 | $87.49 |
|
66982
Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens
|
43 | 29 | $2250.00 | $751.63 |
|
76514
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
|
29 | 29 | $25.00 | $11.56 |
|
65222
Removal of foreign body, external eye, cornea with slit lamp examination
|
27 | 27 | $195.00 | $58.53 |
|
68040
Removal of scarring of lining of eyelid due to infection
|
26 | 25 | $246.15 | $79.02 |
|
65800
Removal of eye fluid
|
25 | 19 | $400.00 | $119.32 |
|
65210
Removal of foreign body from external eye (conjunctiva or sclera)
|
22 | 22 | $115.00 | $34.07 |
|
66991
Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye
|
20 | 11 | $3450.00 | $693.60 |
|
67800
Removal of eyelid growth
|
17 | 15 | $275.00 | $128.26 |
|
92071
Fitting of contact lens for treatment of eye surface disease
|
17 | 17 | $75.00 | $33.57 |
|
65855
Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow
|
16 | 11 | $500.00 | $258.32 |
|
11900
Injection into skin growth, 1-7 growths
|
14 | 13 | $60.00 | $50.69 |
|
J9190
Injection, fluorouracil, 500 mg
|
14 | 13 | $15.00 | $2.90 |
|
65778
Insertion of amniotic membrane to eye surface
|
12 | 11 | $1575.00 | $1132.93 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X
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.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute Inc
1717 W Woolbright Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 334266319
Phone: 5617375500
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1717 W WOOLBRIGHT RD, BOYNTON BEACH, FL 334266319 (Tel: 5617375500)
Registered at 1717 W WOOLBRIGHT RD, BOYNTON BEACH, FL 334266319 (Tel: 5617375500)
Recorded as BARRY SCHECHTER, M.D.
Ophthalmology (License #ME62041 in FL)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1717 W Woolbright Rd
Boynton Beach, FL 334266319
Phone: 5617375500
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