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Dr. Carl Harder, OD

Optometrist

Harder Optometry

6420 DUTCHMANS PKWY, Louisville, KY 40205(502) 259-502614 years practicing
81/100
Top Established
NPI1558635748

Is Dr. Carl Harder, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Carl Harder, OD has a trust score of 81/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified optometrists in Louisville, KY. With 14 years of practice (near the local average of 14), they have solid experience.

The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Harder's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a general optometrist?

General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in Louisville, KY

Louisville has 141 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 14 years in practice, and 131 focused on optometrist. Kentucky optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Kentucky Board of Optometric Examiners, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

14

Years practicing

14

Avg in Louisville

141

Optometrists in Louisville

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Harder's license is active and unrestricted with the Kentucky board (link on this page).
  • Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
  • Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
  • Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Carl Harder, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Carl Harder, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1558635748) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Kentucky Board of Optometric Examiners — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Carl Harder, OD?

Dr. Carl Harder, OD has approximately 14 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Louisville has about 14 years. There are 141 optometrists in Louisville, including 131 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Carl Harder, OD located?

Dr. Carl Harder, OD practices at Harder Optometry, 6420 DUTCHMANS PKWY, Louisville, KY 40205. Phone: (502) 259-5026.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Kentucky Board of Optometric Examiners, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Harder's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Male
NPI Since
03/06/2012

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