ASHLEY WATSON
NPI 1043673189
Optometrist in Miles City, MT

Active since April 05, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
1909 MAIN ST, MILES CITY, MT 59301(406) 234-7426 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Mar 17, 2018, Jul 12, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Ashley Watson NPPES

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

ASHLEY WATSON (NPI 1043673189) is an individual optometrist in Miles City, Montana, licensed in Montana (3065) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043673189
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameASHLEY WATSON
Location Address1909 MAIN STMiles City, MT 59301-3724
Mailing Address1909 Main StMiles City, MT 59301-3724 · (406) 234-7426
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 5, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1043673189 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in MT · 3065
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.
1909 MAIN ST, Miles City, MT 59301

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ashley Watson 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 ID7810260874
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170913002699
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 10

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
517 services517 patients
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.
350 services238 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
319 services291 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
235 services185 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
136 services129 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
100 services57 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59301 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
$130.52 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $32.63 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.82 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $17.70 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality82.69
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
99%200 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
0%52 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%1,602 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
96%105 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 675 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 675 patients
0%675 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$47.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier21 claims41 services$51.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Optometrist
1909 MAIN ST
MILES CITY, MT 59301
Optometrist
1909 MAIN ST
MILES CITY, MT 59301
Optometrist
1909 MAIN ST
MILES CITY, MT 59301
Optometrist
1909 MAIN ST
MILES CITY, MT 59301
Optometrist
1909 MAIN ST
MILES CITY, MT 59301

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 Ashley Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ashley Watson is 1043673189. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 5, 2016.

Where is Ashley Watson located?

Ashley Watson practices at 1909 Main St, Miles City, MT 59301. The listed phone number is (406) 234-7426.

What is Ashley Watson's specialty?

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

Is Ashley Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ashley Watson 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 Ashley Watson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana list Ashley Watson 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 Ashley Watson was last updated on July 21, 2022. 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.