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Dr. Eric D Gaier , MD PHD

Ophthalmology • Boston, MA

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Eric Gaier, MD PHD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Boston, MA. With approximately 13 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in 2013, Dr. Gaier delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 300 LONGWOOD AVE.

Dr. Gaier is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Ophthalmology Foundation Inc and does not directly accept Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion, photography of content of eyes, new patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

300 Longwood Ave

Boston, MA 021155724

Telephone 6173556401
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

2013

Medicare Assignment

Not Specified

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Boston, MA

Established Specialist (10-20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
13 Yrs -6.9 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 19.9 Yrs
State Avg: 30.8 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
339 Specialists

Practicing in Boston, MA (841 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
5.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
89.3% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Gaier (13 Years) 13 Yrs
Boston Specialty Average (19.9 Years) 19.9 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
92060 Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion
70 27 $306.46 $34.25
92285 Photography of content of eyes
23 13 $109.48 $10.22

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2020-04-24
Ophthalmology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License MA 271035

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.

Ophthalmology - Neuro-ophthalmology

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207WX0109X

State License MA 271035

A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist of ophthalmology. This physician evaluates, treats, and studies disorders of the eye, orbit and nervous system having to do with interactions of the visual motor and visual sensory systems with the central nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmologists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.

Ophthalmology - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207WX0110X

State License MA 271035

An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Childrens Hospital Ophthalmology Foundation Inc

300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 021155724

Phone: 6173556000

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

26 Associated Practitioners
Dr. Krinjeela Bazgain , MBBS, MS, MCH, FICO, FAI

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

NPI 1003765520

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), Master of Science, MCH, FICO, FAI

NPI 1053560706

Doctor of Optometry, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Dr. Carolyn Wu , MD

Ophthalmology

NPI 1073603072

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1134219199

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1144310137

Doctor of Optometry

Dr. Mary Whitman , MD, PhD

Ophthalmology - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist

NPI 1174767479

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

14 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location April 24, 2020

Registered at 300 LONGWOOD AVE, BOSTON, MA 021155724 (Tel: 6173556401)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 24, 2020

Registered at 300 LONGWOOD AVE, BOSTON, MA 021155724 (Tel: 6173556401)

NPI Profile Active July 11, 2017

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 11, 2017

Registered at 243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 021143002 (Tel: 6175237900)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 11, 2017

Registered at 243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 021143002 (Tel: (617) 523-7900)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 11, 2017

Recorded as ERIC GAIER, MD. PHD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 11, 2017

Ophthalmology (License #271035 in MA)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 10, 2017

Ophthalmology (License #271035 in MA)

NPI Profile Active October 20, 2015

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location October 20, 2015

Registered at 243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 021143002 (Tel: 6175237900)

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Updated Business Mailing Address October 20, 2015

Registered at 243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 021143002 (Tel: 6175237900)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated October 20, 2015

Recorded as ERIC GAIER, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) October 20, 2015

Internal Medicine (License #255874 in MA)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration June 22, 2013

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1134568199
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: June 22, 2013
Last Update: April 24, 2020
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

300 Longwood Ave

Boston, MA 021155724

Phone: 6173556401

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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