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DR. RICHARD WHITNEY BAXTER O.D.
NPI 1174570451
Optometrist in Tumwater, WA

Active since May 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
5164 CAPITOL BLVD SE, TUMWATER, WA 98501(360) 357-3410(360) 357-5652 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Whitney Baxter O.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD WHITNEY BAXTER O.D. (NPI 1174570451) is an individual optometrist in Tumwater, Washington, licensed in Washington (1530 TX) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174570451
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD WHITNEY BAXTERCredential: O.D.
Location Address5164 CAPITOL BLVD SETumwater, WA 98501-4442
Mailing Address210 Pinehurst Drive SwTumwater, WA 98501-5237 · (360) 357-3410 · Fax (360) 357-5652
Phone(360) 357-3410
Fax(360) 357-5652
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2024
NPPES CertifiedApril 5, 2024
✔ NPI 1174570451 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 WA · 1530 TX
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.
5164 CAPITOL BLVD SE, Tumwater, WA 98501
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Richard Whitney Baxter 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 ID6709886823
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070112000374
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 8

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.
205 services203 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.
131 services127 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.
94 services89 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.
90 services80 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.
59 services57 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).
56 services53 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98501 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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.

VISION HEALTH PLLC
Optometrist
5164 CAPITOL BLVD SE
TUMWATER, WA 98501
Thurston County (360) 357-3410
SHIKHA NIMESHKUMAR GANDHI OD
Optometrist
5164 CAPITOL BLVD SE
TUMWATER, WA 98501
Thurston County (360) 357-3410
ZACHARY GERMAN O.D.
Optometrist
5164 CAPITOL BLVD SE
TUMWATER, WA 98501
Thurston County (360) 357-3410

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 Baxter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Baxter is 1174570451. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Richard Baxter located?

Richard Baxter practices at 5164 Capitol Blvd SE, Tumwater, WA 98501. The listed phone number is (360) 357-3410.

What is Richard Baxter's specialty?

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

Is Richard Baxter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Baxter 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 Richard Baxter accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list Richard Baxter 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 Richard Baxter was last updated on April 5, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.