VICTORIA HEITZMANN LENHARD AUD
NPI 1124511845
Audiologist in Lake St Louis, MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Victoria Lenhard is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• PECOS PAC ID: 5597015982

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20180905003422

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Evaluation and testing for balance with recording

This procedure involves a series of evaluations and tests to analyze your balance. Recordings are made to track your performance, helping identify any issues. This aids in determining the best treatment for any balance disorders you may have.

This service was performed 36 times for 35 patients

Other procedure on ear, nose, or throat

This procedure involves performing a specific treatment on the ear, nose, or throat. It could be a minor surgery, a diagnostic test, or a therapeutic intervention. The exact nature of the procedure varies depending on the individual's health issue. It's done to improve or restore health.

This service was performed 24 times for 20 patients

Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of repeated sounds with interpretation and report

This procedure involves placing a probe in your ear to measure how it responds to repeated sounds. The data is then interpreted by a computer to assess your hearing health. The findings are compiled into a report for further evaluation.

This service was performed 32 times for 32 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using 3 positions with recording

This test checks for unusual eye movements. You'll be asked to look in three different directions while a device records your eye movements. It helps identify any eye muscle or nerve issues. It's non-invasive and painless.

This service was performed 29 times for 16 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using a moving target that moves back and forth with recording

This test examines eye movement by tracking your eyes as they follow a moving target. It helps detect any irregularities in eye motion. A device records your eye movements to provide accurate results. This information assists in diagnosing various eye conditions.

This service was performed 153 times for 58 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using a moving target with recording

This test involves following a moving target with your eyes while a device records your eye movements. It helps identify any irregularities in eye movement, which can indicate certain health conditions. The procedure is non-invasive and painless.

This service was performed 153 times for 58 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement using a rotating chair

A rotating chair test helps doctors assess balance issues. You'll sit in a motorized chair that spins at controlled speeds. As the chair moves, your eye movements are monitored to identify any irregularities, which can indicate balance disorders.

This service was performed 106 times for 72 patients

Test for abnormal eye movement with recording

This procedure checks for unusual eye movement. It involves recording your eye movements while you follow a light or object with your eyes. This helps identify any issues with how your eyes move or focus, aiding in the diagnosis of certain conditions.

This service was performed 182 times for 70 patients

Test for balance and posture

A balance and posture test assesses your ability to maintain steady positioning and coordination. It involves simple tasks like standing on one foot or walking in a straight line. This helps identify any issues with your balance system, which can affect daily activities.

This service was performed 17 times for 16 patients

Test for balance and posture with motor control and adaption test

The balance and posture test with motor control and adaptation evaluates your body's ability to maintain stability and coordinate movements. It involves tasks like standing, walking, and changing positions, to assess your balance and posture.

This service was performed 64 times for 50 patients

Test for eardrum and muscle function

This test assesses the health of your eardrum and muscles linked to hearing. A small device is placed in your ear that creates pressure changes and sounds. Your ear's responses are recorded to determine if they are functioning properly.

This service was performed 32 times for 32 patients

Test to assess balance during warm and cool irrigation in both ears

This is a test called caloric stimulation, used to check your balance function. During this procedure, warm and cool water are gently introduced into your ears. Your eye movements are then observed, as they can indicate issues with balance or inner ear function.

This service was performed 33 times for 33 patients

Use of electrodes during balance testing

Balance testing with electrodes involves attaching small sensors to your skin. These sensors record your body's responses to various balance tests. They help in assessing your balance and coordination by measuring your body's electrical activity as you perform specific tasks.

This service was performed 33 times for 33 patients

Vemp testing of upper and lower branches of inner ear nerve with interpretation and report

VEMP testing is a non-invasive procedure that checks the function of your inner ear nerves. It involves playing sounds into your ear and recording the responses of your nerves. This helps to detect any abnormalities in your inner ear balance system.

This service was performed 33 times for 33 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $13.91 for a new patient copayment and $17.37 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 63367 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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