DR. JAMES P GUZEK MD
NPI 1104878859
Ophthalmology in Kennewick, WA

Active since May 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE, KENNEWICK, WA 99336(509) 736-0826(509) 735-6868 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 23, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 23, 2020, Feb 7, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. James P Guzek Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES P GUZEK MD (NPI 1104878859) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Kennewick, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00040667) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Hahnemann University College Of Medicine (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104878859
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES P GUZEKCredential: MD
Location Address6695 W RIO GRANDE AVEKennewick, WA 99336-3301
Mailing AddressPo Box 1506Chehalis, WA 98532-0409 · (360) 242-3008 · Fax (360) 807-7687
Fax(509) 735-6868
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHahnemann University College Of MedicineGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateMay 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 23, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 20, 2020
NPI 1104878859 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in WA · MD00040667
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE, Kennewick, WA 99336

Other Identifiers 7

Medicaid1002514WA
Other180043816WA · Rail Road Medicare
Medicaid0048152MT
Medicaid8062921ID
Other0157781WA · L & I
Other3870GUWA · Regence-kennewick
OtherM000082437MT · Medicare Mt

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

Dr. James P Guzek Md 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 ID4486665825
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060522000010, I20100202000321, I20100211000378
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 6

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.

Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
1,546 services903 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.
1,050 services897 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
322 services322 patients
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519
An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.
56 services31 patients
Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66982
This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.
30 services30 patients
Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye 66991
This is a two-part eye procedure. First, a cloudy lens (cataract) is removed from its outer layer and replaced with an artificial lens to improve vision. Second, a drainage device is inserted into the front part of the eye to manage fluid levels, preventing pressure build-up.
14 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99336 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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 11

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

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Optometrist
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Optometrist
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Optometrist
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Ophthalmology
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Optometrist
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Optometrist
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6695 W RIO GRANDE AVE
KENNEWICK, WA 99336

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 James Guzek's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Guzek is 1104878859. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Where is James Guzek located?

James Guzek practices at 6695 W Rio Grande Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336. The listed phone number is (509) 736-0826.

What is James Guzek's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is James Guzek enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Guzek 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 James Guzek accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, BridgeSpan Health Company, Kaiser Permanente, Moda Health Plan, Inc. and PacificSource Health Plans and 4 other insurers list James Guzek 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 James Guzek was last updated on November 23, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.