Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Izak Herschitz, M.D.

Ophthalmology · Brooklyn, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
1150 BRIGHTON BEACH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235
7183321777
Registered in NPPES since 2006
NPI: 1700969763 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Herschitz

Dr. Izak Herschitz is an ophthalmology specialist in Brooklyn, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Herschitz performed 5,306 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Herschitz received a total of $337 from 7 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 11 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Herschitz is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years of NPI registration ▲ Top 15% volume in NY $337 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary — 2023

Medicare Utilization ↗
5,306
Medicare services
Top 15% in NY for ophthalmology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$59
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

Procedure Volume Avg. paid Avg. submitted
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
630 $25 $47
Eye exam, established patient, focused
A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom.
593 $82 $156
Eye deviation and range of motion exam
An examination to measure eye deviation and assess the range of motion of the eyes.
584 $55 $109
Retinal photography (fundus photo)
This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures.
477 $31 $65
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
403 $58 $110
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
362 $19 $43
Extended eye exam with retinal drawing
A detailed examination of the back of the eye that includes creating a drawing of the retina.
316 $22 $42
Eyelash removal with forceps
This procedure involves the manual removal of eyelashes using forceps. It is a mechanical extraction method performed on the eyelid area.
284 $23 $54
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
281 $114 $217
Tear duct plug insertion
A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface.
229 $102 $257
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
211 $133 $255
Corneal foreign body removal using slit lamp
A procedure to remove a foreign object from the surface of the eye's cornea. The removal is performed using a slit lamp microscope to visualize and extract the object.
201 $62 $117
Insertion of probe into nasal tear duct 137 $226 $564
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
133 $36 $70
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
119 $33 $64
Removal of multiple chronic growths from same eyelid
This procedure involves the surgical removal of several chronic growths located on the same eyelid.
108 $153 $287
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
105 $10 $21
Ultrasound of eye tissue and structures
A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the eye's internal tissues and structures.
82 $42 $83
Scar removal of eyelid lining
Surgical removal of scar tissue from the inner lining of the eyelid caused by a previous infection.
32 $56 $106
Extended exam of back of eye with optic nerve drawing
A detailed examination of the posterior section of the eye, including the optic nerve, with documentation through drawing.
19 $14 $27
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$337
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $84/year across 4 years
Bottom 27% in NY for ophthalmology
7
Companies
11
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$120
2023
$59
2021
$26
2018
$132

Payments by company (2024)

Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$58
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$40
Alcon Vision LLC
$22
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$118
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$67
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$58
Alcon Vision LLC
$37
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$22
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$22
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 71.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · Rhopressa · Rocklatan · Simbrinza · TEPEZZA · TYRVAYA · XDEMVY · XIFAXAN
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists in nearby ZIP areas
1,246
County median income
$78,548
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
SOUTH BROOKLYN HEALTH
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES NPPES snapshot; verify current record
Medicare Enrollment PECOS PECOS snapshot
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not included N/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Herschitz is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 15% in NY), with 19 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Herschitz experienced with eye drainage system examination?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Herschitz performed 630 eye drainage system examination services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Herschitz receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Herschitz received a total of $337 from 7 companies across 11 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Herschitz's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Brooklyn?
Dr. Herschitz's average Medicare payment per service is $59. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Herschitz) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
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About this page

This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Industry payment disclosure alone establishes neither wrongdoing nor legality. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →