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Active NPI 1427589514 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Derek Sears , MD

Ophthalmology • Fort Worth, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Derek Sears, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Fort Worth, TX. With approximately 9 years of clinical experience since graduating from Paul L Foster School Of Medicine, Texas Tech Univ in 2017, Dr. Sears delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 6551 HARRIS PKWY STE 200.

Dr. Sears is affiliated with David A Nethery Md Pa and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient complete exam of visual system, established patient problem focused exam of visual system, measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

6551 Harris Pkwy Ste 200

Fort Worth, TX 761326104

Telephone 8174231800
Fax 8174231900
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 David A. Nethery, M.d., P.a. Facility NPI 1740287994

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Paul L Foster School Of Medicine, Texas Tech Univ

Graduation Year

2017

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Fort Worth, TX

Experienced Practitioner (5-10 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
9 Yrs -15.9 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 24.9 Yrs
State Avg: 26.2 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
49 Specialists

Practicing in Fort Worth, TX (1616 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
84.2% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Sears (9 Years) 9 Yrs
Fort Worth Specialty Average (24.9 Years) 24.9 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
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system
969 896 $235.04 $122.30
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
400 265 $155.00 $87.32
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
353 139 $280.03 $24.47
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
302 186 $2006.62 $300.49
92134 Imaging of retina
294 272 $300.00 $38.29
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system
245 245 $275.00 $144.36
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
224 125 $3500.00 $473.79
92133 Imaging of optic nerve
179 165 $300.00 $35.53
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing
145 135 $160.00 $61.97
92250 Photography of the retina
81 80 $150.00 $36.23
92020 Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
46 46 $90.00 $26.80
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
37 23 $1783.78 $310.00
65855 Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow
35 18 $2000.00 $198.78
76514 Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
33 32 $75.00 $10.52
92285 Photography of content of eyes
26 26 $100.00 $22.58
15823 Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid
21 21 $5850.00 $777.29
92002 New patient problem focused exam of visual system
13 13 $170.00 $82.85

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2021-07-09
Ophthalmology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License TX S8912

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 390200000X

An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

David A Nethery Md Pa

1604 Hospital Pkwy, Bedford, TX 760226930

Phone: 8174231800

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

6 Associated Practitioners
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Career & Practice History Timeline

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

9 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location July 09, 2021

Registered at 6551 HARRIS PKWY STE 200, FORT WORTH, TX 761326104 (Tel: 8174231800)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 09, 2021

Registered at 6551 HARRIS PKWY STE 200, FORT WORTH, TX 761326104 (Tel: 8177815007)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 09, 2021

Ophthalmology (License #S8912 in TX)

NPI Profile Active March 21, 2017

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location March 21, 2017

Registered at 1500 S MAIN ST, FORT WORTH, TX 761044917 (Tel: 8177021173)

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Updated Business Mailing Address March 21, 2017

Registered at 360 COUNTY ROAD 433, MULLIN, TX 768642625 (Tel: 3253721320)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated March 21, 2017

Recorded as DEREK SEARS, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 21, 2017

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration March 21, 2017

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1427589514
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: March 21, 2017
Last Update: July 09, 2021
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

6551 Harris Pkwy Ste 200

Fort Worth, TX 761326104

Phone: 8177815007

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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