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- 1905 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
About Dr. Kotch
Based in Linden, NJ, Michael J. Kotch, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Michael graduated from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1978. Medicare claims data shows Michael provided 554 services to 397 patients. The services billed most often include established patient complete exam of visual system, established patient problem focused exam of visual system, and exam of visual field with extended testing. NPI 1194881607 identifies this record in the national registry.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (908) 925-2020
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1905 N WOOD AVE
Linden, NJ 07036
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Cornea and external eye
Eyelid and tear drainage
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
- Epiretinal membrane
- Retinal detachment
Eye injuries
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
- Thyroid eye disease
- Uveitis
Retina & vitreous
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
- Intraocular lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
Corneal procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Eye Graft
Eye diagnostics
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
- Drooping-eyelid repair
- Entropion repair
- Eye-muscle surgery
- Eyelid surgery
- Tear-duct bypass surgery
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
- Laser Floater Removal
Laser procedures
- Laser Treatment for Retinal Tear
Laser vision correction
- SMILE Eye Surgery
Refractive surgery
- Clear Lens Exchange
- Implantable Contact Lenses
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
554 services · 397 patients · 4 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
411 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
90 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
36 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
17 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Trained at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Also performs Established patient complete exam of visual system 8
Providers in NJ who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Michael J. Kotch's specialty?
Michael J. Kotch is an eye doctor in Linden, NJ. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Michael J. Kotch?
Michael J. Kotch is listed at 1905 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Michael J. Kotch?
The number on file is (908) 925-2020. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Michael J. Kotch?
Michael J. Kotch's National Provider Identifier is 1194881607. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Michael J. Kotch's education?
Michael J. Kotch attended Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating in 1978. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Michael J. Kotch have?
Michael J. Kotch has 48 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1978, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Michael J. Kotch known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Michael J. Kotch provides treatments such as established patient complete exam of visual system and established patient problem focused exam of visual system. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Michael J. Kotch's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Michael J. Kotch. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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