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DR. WALTER L CHOATE O.D.
NPI 1083608459
Optometrist in Goodlettsville, TN

Active since August 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
306 NORTHCREEK BLVD, SUITE 101, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072(615) 851-7575(615) 851-8725 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Walter L Choate O.d. NPPES

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

DR. WALTER L CHOATE O.D. (NPI 1083608459) is an individual optometrist in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (OD0000000716) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083608459
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER L CHOATECredential: O.D.
Location Address306 NORTHCREEK BLVD, SUITE 101Goodlettsville, TN 37072-2089
Mailing Address306 Northcreek Blvd, Ste.101Goodlettsville, TN 37072-2086 · (615) 851-7575 · Fax (615) 851-8725
Phone(615) 851-7575
Fax(615) 851-8725
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 2015
✔ NPI 1083608459 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 6

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · OD0000000716
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.
Also ListedOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementTaxonomy 152WC0802X · License OD0000000716 (TN)
Also ListedOptometrist · Low Vision RehabilitationTaxonomy 152WL0500X · License OD0000000716 (TN)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License OD0000000716 (TN)
Also ListedOptometrist · Sports VisionTaxonomy 152WS0006X · License OD0000000716 (TN)
Also ListedOptometrist · Occupational VisionTaxonomy 152WX0102X · License OD0000000716 (TN)
306 NORTHCREEK BLVD, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
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Other Identifiers 10

Other0028006TN · Bluecross Blueshield Tn
Medicare NSC0672520001TN
Medicare PIN3943087TN
Other410040172TN · Medicare Railroad
OtherT-61213TN · Healh Spring Tn
Medicaid3594847TN
Other0672520001TN · D Merc
Other2240170TN · United Healthcare Tn
Medicare UPINT-61213TN
Other969368TN · Aetna

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. Walter L Choate 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 ID143240549
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070119000311
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 7

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.
118 services116 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
97 services56 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
48 services28 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.
36 services29 patients
Closure of tear duct opening using plug 68761
Closure of the tear duct opening using a plug is a procedure to address excessive tear production. A small device is inserted into the tear duct to block it, reducing tear flow and relieving symptoms. This is a safe, reversible process, often performed in-office.
25 services13 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).
23 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37072 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

87.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality75.09
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
100%70 patients5/55-star benchmark: 87%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
97%123 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%1,411 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
0%105 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
29%1,408 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 89% · 444 patients
87%444 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
87%52 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

WALTER L. CHOATE, O.D.
Optometrist
306 NORTHCREEK BLVD, STE.101
GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072
Davidson County (615) 851-7575

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 Walter Choate's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Choate is 1083608459. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2005.

Where is Walter Choate located?

Walter Choate practices at 306 Northcreek Blvd Suite 101, Goodlettsville, TN 37072. The listed phone number is (615) 851-7575.

What is Walter Choate's specialty?

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

Is Walter Choate enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Choate 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 Walter Choate 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, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Walter Choate 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 Walter Choate was last updated on July 7, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.