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Ophthalmology

Ernest M. Bhend, MD

Sees patients in Rock Hill, SC · Matthews, NC · South Carolina, North Carolina

Summary

Ernest M. Bhend, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Rock Hill, SC and Matthews, NC. NPI 1033157623. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Ernest M. Bhend, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
25Years since medical school (graduated 2001)
University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates PAGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Ernest M. Bhend see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Rock Hill, SC and Matthews, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Ernest M. Bhend's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Ernest M. Bhend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Ernest M. Bhend accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Ernest M. Bhend?
(803) 328-1864, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Ernest M. Bhend's NPI number?
1033157623. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Ernest M. Bhend is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Ernest M. Bhend as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates PA182 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Rock Hill

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Rock Hill, SC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine
Graduation year2001
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1033157623
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians