2020 WESTSIDE EYE CARE
NPI 1174700793
Optometrist in Buffalo, NY

Active since January 25, 2008
324 WEST FERRY STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14213(716) 883-4747(716) 883-4764 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About 2020 Westside Eye Care NPPES

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

2020 WESTSIDE EYE CARE (NPI 1174700793) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Buffalo, New York and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. The organization lists Steven Isaac Bench, Owner, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174700793
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameSTEVEN I BENCH OD, PC
Location Address324 WEST FERRY STREETBuffalo, NY 14213-1957
Mailing Address324 W Ferry StBuffalo, NY 14213-1957 · (716) 883-4747 · Fax (716) 883-4764
Fax(716) 883-4764
Organization SubpartYes
Authorized OfficialSteven Isaac BenchOwner · (716) 883-4747
Enumeration DateJanuary 25, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 17, 2024
✔ NPI 1174700793 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 NY · V003048 1
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.
324 WEST FERRY STREET, Buffalo, NY 14213

Other Names 1

Doing Business As2020 Westside Eye Care

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid01914167NY

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

2020 Westside Eye Care is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 1 clinician reassigns Medicare billing to 2020 Westside Eye Care, which bills Medicare for the services this clinician delivers.

Clinician (1)

Optometry
NPI 1295800274
324 W FERRY ST
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 883-4747
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

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

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 Steven I Bench Od, PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven I Bench Od, PC is 1174700793. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on January 25, 2008. The provider is doing business as 2020 Westside Eye Care.

Where is Steven I Bench Od, PC located?

Steven I Bench Od, PC is located at 324 West Ferry Street, Buffalo, NY 14213. The listed phone number is (716) 883-4747.

What is Steven I Bench Od, PC's specialty?

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

Is Steven I Bench Od, PC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven I Bench Od, PC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Steven I Bench Od, PC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 1 clinician (Optometry) reassigns their Medicare billing to Steven I Bench Od, PC. A 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 the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Steven I Bench Od, PC accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee list Steven I Bench Od, PC 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 Steven I Bench Od, PC was last updated on September 17, 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.