Recently Updated NPI Information — some details in this NPI profile have been updated in the NPI registry within the last 60 days.

PANKRATZ EYE INSTITUTE, LLC
NPI 1154497964
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Columbus, IN

Q: What is Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC is 1154497964. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on November 27, 2006. The provider was formerly known as Columbus Eye Sugery Center, LLC, dba Pankratz Eye Institute.

Q: What is Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Clinic/Center, specializing in Ambulatory Surgical, with taxonomy code 261QA1903X.

Active since November 27, 2006CLIA 15D0979546 · Waiver

3135 MIDDLE ROAD, COLUMBUS, IN 47203(812) 373-7777(812) 373-0772 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 3, 2026, Apr 9, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

On this page

About Pankratz Eye Institute, Llc NPPES

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

PANKRATZ EYE INSTITUTE, LLC (NPI 1154497964), doing business as Columbus Eye Sugery Center, Llc, Dba Pankratz Eye Institute, is a healthcare organization registered as an ambulatory surgical in Columbus, Indiana and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 24, 2026 and lists Erica Wehrmeister, Officer/ao, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154497964

Entity TypeOrganization

Primary Taxonomy261QA1903X

Legal Business NamePANKRATZ EYE INSTITUTE, LLC

Location Address3135 MIDDLE ROADColumbus, IN 47203-4472

Mailing Address3135 Middle RoadColumbus, IN 47203-4472 · (812) 373-7777 · Fax (812) 373-0772

Phone(812) 373-7777

Fax(812) 373-0772

Organization SubpartNo

Authorized OfficialErica WehrmeisterOfficer/ao · (260) 760-9420

Enumeration DateNovember 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 3, 2026

✔ NPI 1154497964 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyClinic/Center · Ambulatory SurgicalAmbulatory Health Care Facilities

Taxonomy Code261QA1903X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 06-002663-1

3135 MIDDLE ROAD, Columbus, IN 47203

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Names 1

Former Legal Business NameColumbus Eye Sugery Center, Llc, Dba Pankratz Eye Institute

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid200318350AIN

Other000000181745IN · Anthem Pin

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 15D0979546

Pankratz Eye Institute LLC · Columbus, IN

Active · expires Oct 24, 2026

CLIA Number15D0979546

Laboratory TypeAmbulatory Surgery Center

Certificate Effective DateOctober 25, 2024

Certificate Expiration DateOctober 24, 2026

Laboratory DirectorMichael Pankratz

Laboratory Phone(812) 373-7777

Laboratory LocationPankratz Eye Institute LLC3135 Middle Rd, Columbus, IN 47203

CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone

This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Phenylephrine 10.16 mg/ml and ketorolac 2.88 mg/ml ophthalmic irrigation solution, 1 ml J1097

This solution is used during eye surgery to maintain pupil dilation and reduce inflammation. Phenylephrine widens the pupil, while Ketorolac helps to prevent pain and swelling. It's applied directly to the eye by your healthcare provider during the procedure.

1,524 services220 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

475 services277 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

337 services233 patients

Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow 65855

Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow is a procedure aimed at treating glaucoma. A laser is used to create a small hole in the eye's drainage system, allowing fluid to flow out more easily. This helps to lower the pressure inside the eye, reducing the risk of vision loss.

89 services54 patients

Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66982

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.

75 services54 patients

Release of scar tissue between lens and retina using a laser 67031

This procedure involves using a laser to break up scar tissue that has formed between the lens and retina in your eye. This can help improve your vision by allowing light to reach the retina more effectively. It's a safe and common treatment for certain eye conditions.

45 services34 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. MICHAEL JOSEPH PANKRATZ M.D.

Ophthalmology

3135 MIDDLE ROAD
COLUMBUS, IN 47203

Bartholomew County (812) 373-7777

PANKRATZ EYE INSTITUTE, LLC

Ophthalmology

3135 MIDDLE ROAD
COLUMBUS, IN 47203

Bartholomew County (812) 373-7777

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 Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC is 1154497964. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on November 27, 2006. The provider was formerly known as Columbus Eye Sugery Center, LLC, dba Pankratz Eye Institute.

Where is Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC located?

Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC is located at 3135 Middle Road, Columbus, IN 47203. The listed phone number is (812) 373-7777.

What is Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Clinic/Center, specializing in Ambulatory Surgical, with taxonomy code 261QA1903X.

Does Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 15D0979546) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 24, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 1 other insurer list Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC 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 Pankratz Eye Institute, LLC was last updated on August 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 days 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.