Provider records sourced from NPPES (CMS National Plan & Provider Enumeration System). Data current as of August 10, 2026.

Dr. Herbert L Schurgin, OD

Individual provider Optometrist · NPI 1497933121

Dr. Herbert L Schurgin, OD is an Optometry in Melrose, Massachusetts. Graduated from New England College of Optometry in 1963, 63 years ago. Practices as a sole proprietor and accepts Medicare assignment. Licensed in Massachusetts.

Years since qualifying
63
Trained at
New England College of Optometry
Licensed in
MA
In the registry since
2008
What do these letters mean?
OD — Doctor of Optometry
An optometrist: examines eyes, prescribes glasses and contacts, and treats many eye conditions.

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Practice location Address checks out

511 Main St
Melrose, MA 02176-3834
Phone: (781) 662-9229
Fax: (781) 662-1568
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Pin is approximate — placed at the ZIP-code centre, not the exact door.

Specialties & licences

Optometrist (primary) Taxonomy 152W00000X · Licence 2123 (MA)

Record details

NPI number1497933121
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderMale
Credentials OD
Sole proprietorYes
NPI enumeratedFebruary 5, 2008
Last updated in NPPESFebruary 13, 2008
Mailing address511 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176-3834

Medicare enrollment

From the CMS Doctors & Clinicians file — this clinician is enrolled in Medicare.

Medicare specialtyOPTOMETRY
Medical schoolNEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated 1963 (63 years in practice)
Accepts Medicare assignment Yes — accepts the Medicare-approved amount

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