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STEPHANIE NICOLE ARUCA OD
NPI 1124642269
Optometrist in Bay Pines, FL

Active since June 04, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
10000 BAY PINES BLVD, BAY PINES, FL 33744(727) 398-6661(727) 398-6661 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Stephanie Nicole Aruca Od NPPES

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

STEPHANIE NICOLE ARUCA OD (NPI 1124642269) is an individual optometrist in Bay Pines, Florida, licensed in Pennsylvania (OEG003658) and active in the NPI registry since June 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124642269
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHANIE NICOLE ARUCACredential: OD
Location Address10000 BAY PINES BLVDBay Pines, FL 33744-8200
Mailing Address8615 Grand Canal DrMiami, FL 33144-3545 · (786) 208-6905
Phone(727) 398-6661
Fax(727) 398-6661
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJune 4, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJune 4, 2020
✔ NPI 1124642269 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 PA · OEG003658
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.
10000 BAY PINES BLVD, Bay Pines, FL 33744
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephanie Nicole Aruca Od 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 ID1052718947
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210920001970
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Stephanie Aruca reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Miami
126 mi
Ambulatory Surgical
3880 TAMIAMI TRL N
Naples, FL 34103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 3,639 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295279586 (239) 659-3037
Mobile Vision Doctors LLC
202 mi
Low Vision Rehabilitation
1315 SILK OAK DR
Hollywood, FL 33021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356697064 (305) 439-2015

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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 office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
219 services211 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.
66 services65 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
40 services40 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.
26 services25 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 33744 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

81.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.45
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.59

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

MR. ROBERT M LARSON LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD, BAY PINES VAHCS
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
MRS. ALEXAN TAYLOR JOHNSON LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
LILY TRUONG
Pharmacist
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
JENIFER SUE ELAM-HARTHCOCK LMSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
DR. CAROLINE LEIGH SCHMIDT PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (716) 380-7999
DR. EMILY MARIA GIUFFRE MCMULLEN DPM
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
DR. MICHAEL OSBORNE CHAFFMAN PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD, VA MEDICAL CENTER
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661
PATRICIA JAYE ZURFLIEH MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
10000 BAY PINES BLVD
BAY PINES, FL 33744
Pinellas County (727) 398-6661

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 Stephanie Aruca's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephanie Aruca is 1124642269. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 4, 2020.

Where is Stephanie Aruca located?

Stephanie Aruca practices at 10000 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines, FL 33744. The listed phone number is (727) 398-6661.

What is Stephanie Aruca's specialty?

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

Is Stephanie Aruca enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephanie Aruca 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Stephanie Aruca's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephanie Aruca reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Miami (Naples, FL) and Mobile Vision Doctors LLC (Hollywood, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Stephanie Aruca's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephanie Aruca was last updated on June 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.