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DR. RUTH L. GOLDMAN O.D.
NPI 1003093188
Optometrist in Laguna Woods, CA

Active since January 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
24100 EL TORO RD, SUITE C, LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637(949) 586-8980(949) 586-0624 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ruth L. Goldman O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RUTH L. GOLDMAN O.D. (NPI 1003093188) is an individual optometrist in Laguna Woods, California, licensed in California (8961) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Missouri St Louis - School Of Optometry (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003093188
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUTH L. GOLDMANCredential: O.D.
Location Address24100 EL TORO RD, SUITE CLaguna Woods, CA 92637
Mailing Address24100 El Toro Rd, Suite CLaguna Woods, CA 92637 · (949) 586-8980 · Fax (949) 586-0624
Phone(949) 586-8980
Fax(949) 586-0624
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri St Louis - School Of OptometryGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 2021
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 25, 2021
✔ NPI 1003093188 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · 8961✔ Licensed in CA · 8961TPL
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
24100 EL TORO RD, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ruth L. Goldman O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860674942
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110310000571
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
100 services88 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
26 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92637 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JANIS IRENE KURIHARA O.D.
Optometrist
24100 EL TORO RD, SUITE C
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
Orange County (949) 586-8980
DR. MICHAEL MARK GOLDMAN O.D.
Optometrist
24100 EL TORO RD, SUITE C
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
Orange County (949) 586-8980
MICHAEL GOLDMAN O.D.INCORPORATED
Optometrist
24100 EL TORO RD, SUITE C
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
Orange County (949) 586-8980

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ruth Goldman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Goldman is 1003093188. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2008.

Where is Ruth Goldman located?

Ruth Goldman practices at 24100 El Toro Rd Suite C, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. The listed phone number is (949) 586-8980.

What is Ruth Goldman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Ruth Goldman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Goldman is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Ruth Goldman accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Ruth Goldman as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Goldman was last updated on September 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.