DR. SCOTT L HELGESON O.D.
NPI 1154427722
Optometrist in Mcallen, TX

Q: What is Scott Helgeson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Helgeson is 1154427722. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2006.

Q: What is Scott Helgeson's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Helgeson was last updated on July 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.

Active since September 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2200 S 10TH ST STE B6, MCALLEN, TX 78503(956) 682-4459(956) 630-4139 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 2, 2018, Jun 28, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Scott L Helgeson O.d. NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT L HELGESON O.D. (NPI 1154427722) is an individual optometrist in Mcallen, Texas, licensed in Texas (4482TG) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154427722

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT L HELGESONCredential: O.D.

Location Address2200 S 10TH ST STE B6Mcallen, TX 78503

Mailing Address2200 S 10th St Ste B6Mcallen, TX 78503-5435 · (956) 682-4459 · Fax (956) 630-4139

Phone(956) 682-4459

Fax(956) 630-4139

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1154427722 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 TX · 4482TG

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.

2200 S 10TH ST STE B6, Mcallen, TX 78503

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid092994501TX

Other00E50ZTX · Blue Cross/blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Scott L Helgeson O.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 ID1850454984

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090115000125

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 2

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.

13 services13 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78503 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

DR. CLARISSA GONZALES OD

Optometrist

2200 S 10TH ST STE B6
MCALLEN, TX 78503

Hidalgo County (956) 668-2445

DR. TYLER ALEXANDER VALLEJO O.D.

Optometrist

2200 S 10TH ST STE B6
MCALLEN, TX 78503

Hidalgo County (956) 682-4459

SCOTT L HELGESON OD PLLC

Optometrist

2200 S 10TH ST STE B6
MCALLEN, TX 78503

Hidalgo County (956) 682-4459

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 Scott Helgeson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Helgeson is 1154427722. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2006.

Where is Scott Helgeson located?

Scott Helgeson practices at 2200 S 10th St Ste B6, Mcallen, TX 78503. The listed phone number is (956) 682-4459.

What is Scott Helgeson's specialty?

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

Is Scott Helgeson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Helgeson 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 Scott Helgeson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 8 other insurers list Scott Helgeson 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 Scott Helgeson was last updated on July 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.