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Optometry

Joel B. Katcher, OD

Sees patients in Schaumburg, IL · Illinois

Summary

Joel B. Katcher, OD (Optometry) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Schaumburg, IL. NPI 1710058946. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Joel B. Katcher, 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

OptometryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
52Years since medical school (graduated 1974)
Illinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Joel B. Katcher see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Schaumburg, IL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Joel B. Katcher's specialty?
Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
Does Joel B. Katcher accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Joel B. Katcher may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is the phone number for Joel B. Katcher?
(847) 352-5556, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Joel B. Katcher's NPI number?
1710058946. 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 Joel B. Katcher is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other optometrists in Schaumburg

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Schaumburg, IL — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialOD
Medical schoolIllinois College Of Optometry At Chicago
Graduation year1974
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1710058946
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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