DR. RICHARD J WISCOUNT O.D.
NPI 1134128952
Optometrist in Allentown, PA

Active since July 14, 2005Opted out of Medicare · through Apr 1, 2027
5940 HAMILTON BLVD, SUITE C, ALLENTOWN, PA 18106(610) 481-9200(610) 481-0289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Richard J Wiscount O.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD J WISCOUNT O.D. (NPI 1134128952) is an individual optometrist in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OEG-000496) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He has opted out of Medicare through April 1, 2027.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134128952
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD J WISCOUNTCredential: O.D.
Location Address5940 HAMILTON BLVD, SUITE CAllentown, PA 18106-9648
Mailing Address5940 Hamilton Blvd, Suite CAllentown, PA 18106-9648 · (610) 481-9200 · Fax (610) 481-0289
Fax(610) 481-0289
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 2010
✔ NPI 1134128952 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 · OEG-000496
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.
5940 HAMILTON BLVD, Allentown, PA 18106

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedWI603715PA
Medicare UPINT-93003PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Dr. Richard J Wiscount O.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from April 1, 2025 through April 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateApril 1, 2025
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughApril 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 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.
58 services43 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.
27 services26 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.
16 services15 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).
14 services13 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Optometrist
5940 HAMILTON BLVD, SUITE C
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106
Optometrist
5940 HAMILTON BLVD
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106
Dentist (General Practice)
5940 HAMILTON BLVD
WESCOSVILLE, PA 18106
Occupational Therapist
5940 HAMILTON BLVD, SUITE B
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106

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 Richard Wiscount's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Wiscount is 1134128952. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2005.

Where is Richard Wiscount located?

Richard Wiscount practices at 5940 Hamilton Blvd Suite C, Allentown, PA 18106. The listed phone number is (610) 481-9200.

What is Richard Wiscount's specialty?

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

Is Richard Wiscount enrolled in Medicare?

No. Richard Wiscount has opted out of Medicare through April 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Wiscount was last updated on November 29, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.