DR. JOHN F LIU M.D.
NPI 1104886043
Ophthalmology in Waco, TX

Active since March 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
2400 AMBASSADOR DR, WACO, TX 76712(254) 756-4457(254) 756-1718 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 14, 2024, Jul 20, 2022, Jul 27, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. John F Liu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN F LIU M.D. (NPI 1104886043) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Waco, Texas, licensed in Texas (H3796) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Providence, and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104886043
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN F LIUCredential: M.D.
Location Address2400 AMBASSADOR DRWaco, TX 76712-9702
Mailing Address2400 Ambassador DrWaco, TX 76712-9702 · (254) 756-4457
Fax(254) 756-1718
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 14, 2024
NPI 1104886043 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · H3796
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.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License H3796 (TX)
2400 AMBASSADOR DR, Waco, TX 76712

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. John Frederick Liu M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid161488501TX

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. John F Liu M.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 ID4284546672
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031121000319
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.
813 services806 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.
442 services289 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).
218 services216 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.
151 services148 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.
125 services63 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.
102 services99 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ascension Providence

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450042
Location6901 Medical ParkwayWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76712 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

83.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.86

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
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$52.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
2 suppliers21 claims38 services$44.20 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 9

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

Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Specialist
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712

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 John Liu's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Liu is 1104886043. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. John Frederick Liu M.D..

Where is John Liu located?

John Liu practices at 2400 Ambassador Dr, Waco, TX 76712. The listed phone number is (254) 756-4457.

What is John Liu's specialty?

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

Is John Liu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Liu 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 John Liu accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan list John Liu 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.

Is John Liu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Liu is affiliated with Ascension Providence.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Liu was last updated on June 14, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.