Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD
Hernandez Optometry
1053204792Is Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD has a trust score of 50/100 — below average for Decatur. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 1 years of practice, they are early in their career.
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 Hernandez'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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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Decatur, AL
Decatur has 14 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 15 years in practice, and 14 focused on optometrist. Alabama optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Alabama Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
1
Years practicing
15
Avg in Decatur
14
Optometrists in Decatur
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Hernandez's license is active and unrestricted with the Alabama 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. Okaeri Hernandez, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1053204792) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Alabama Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD?
Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD has approximately 1 year in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Decatur has about 15 years. There are 14 optometrists in Decatur, including 14 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD located?
Dr. Okaeri Hernandez, OD practices at Hernandez Optometry, 1107 BELTLINE RD SE STE C, Decatur, AL 35601. Phone: (256) 822-7593.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Alabama Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Hernandez's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 06/02/2025