Dr. Michael Hochman, M.D.
What this data tells you about Dr. Hochman
Dr. Michael Hochman is an ophthalmology specialist in Laredo, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Hochman performed 7,766 Medicare services across 3,560 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Hochman received a total of $179 from 3 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 6 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Hochman is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retinal imaging (OCT scan) This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye. |
852 | $30 | $400 |
| Pattern electroretinogram (PERG) A test that records the electrical responses of the retina to visual stimuli. The procedure includes interpretation and a written report of the results. |
663 | $55 | $600 |
| Visual evoked potential test A test that measures how quickly electrical signals travel from the eye to the brain in response to visual stimuli. |
552 | $51 | $600 |
| Eye drainage system examination An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye. |
548 | $21 | $70 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, established patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider. |
539 | $85 | $165 |
| 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. |
537 | $26 | $130 |
| Retinal and optic nerve function test A diagnostic test that measures how well the retina and optic nerve are functioning. |
470 | $84 | $600 |
| Retinal angiography with dye injection This procedure uses a special camera to examine the blood vessels in the retina after a dye has been injected into the body. |
443 | $98 | $900 |
| 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. |
438 | $43 | $200 |
| 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. |
355 | $11 | $240 |
| Eye injection for retinal disease A procedure involving the administration of medication directly into the eye. |
322 | $69 | $2,000 |
| Fluorescein angiography of the eye A specialized camera test that images the blood vessels in the back of the eye after a dye is injected into the bloodstream. |
285 | $142 | $800 |
| Ultrasound of eye using water bath method An ultrasound imaging test of the eye that uses a water bath technique to visualize internal eye structures. |
263 | $53 | $400 |
| 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. |
248 | $68 | $115 |
| Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan) Imaging of the optic nerve. |
193 | $27 | $400 |
| Retinal laser destruction of growth A laser procedure used to destroy abnormal growths in the retina. |
178 | $381 | $2,500 |
| Amniotic membrane placement on eye surface This procedure involves placing amniotic membrane on the surface of the eye to promote wound healing. |
164 | $1,014 | $8,000 |
| Corneal topography and eye depth measurement This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. |
134 | $34 | $400 |
| Retinal laser treatment for leaking blood vessels This procedure uses a laser to seal leaking blood vessels in the retina. It is performed to prevent vision loss caused by fluid leakage from damaged retinal vessels. |
119 | $233 | $2,500 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, new patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient. |
110 | $89 | $300 |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea. |
73 | $8 | $400 |
| Imaging of front third of eye Imaging of the front third of the eye. |
73 | $24 | $400 |
| Cataract removal with lens implant and laser treatment This procedure involves removing the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial prosthetic lens. It also includes laser treatment to reduce fluid production within the eye. |
60 | $533 | $8,000 |
| Dilation of eye fluid drainage A procedure to widen the drainage pathways in the eye to help fluid flow out more easily. |
59 | $245 | $8,000 |
| Cataract surgery with lens implant Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision. |
47 | $420 | $4,000 |
| 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. |
27 | $35 | $400 |
| Laser removal of recurring cataract A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule. |
14 | $241 | $2,000 |
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2023 ↗Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
Payments by company (2023)
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
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Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2023 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Hochman is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 13% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): 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.
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