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SPECIAL CARE OPTOMETRY OF NEBRASKA, LLC
NPI 1174939318
Optometrist in Lincoln, NE

Q: What is Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC's specialty?

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

Active since July 09, 2014

233 S 13TH ST STE 1900, LINCOLN, NE 68508(248) 528-2116(502) 996-8282 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, Llc NPPES

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

SPECIAL CARE OPTOMETRY OF NEBRASKA, LLC (NPI 1174939318) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Lincoln, Nebraska and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. The organization lists Joy L Stevens, Vp Revenue Assurance, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174939318

Entity TypeOrganization

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Legal Business NameSPECIAL CARE OPTOMETRY OF NEBRASKA, LLC

Location Address233 S 13TH ST STE 1900Lincoln, NE 68508-2000

Mailing Address4350 Brownsboro Rd Ste 210Louisville, KY 40207-1681 · (248) 528-2116 · Fax (502) 996-8282

Phone(248) 528-2116

Fax(502) 996-8282

Organization SubpartNo

Authorized OfficialJoy L StevensVp Revenue Assurance · (502) 244-2441

Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 2026

NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2026

✔ NPI 1174939318 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

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.

233 S 13TH ST STE 1900, Lincoln, NE 68508

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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 Nebraska.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)

Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, Llc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 4 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 1 practice within 10 miles. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (4)

Staci Hanus, O.D.

Optometry

NPI 1265598841

1500 S 48TH ST SUITE 610
Lincoln, NE 68506

(402) 483-4448

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare2.9 mi

Lauren Dole, OD

Optometry

NPI 1457116014

8141 W CENTER RD STE 100
Omaha, NE 68124

(402) 391-1100

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare45 mi

Matthew Schekirke, O.D.

Optometry

NPI 1154582211

8141 W CENTER RD STE 100
Omaha, NE 68124

(402) 391-1100

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare45 mi

Paul Salansky, OD

Optometry

NPI 1285628297

121 N 8TH ST
Nebraska City, NE 68410

(402) 873-6696

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare45 mi

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

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What is Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC is 1174939318. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2014.

Where is Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC located?

Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC is located at 233 S 13th St Ste 1900, Lincoln, NE 68508. The listed phone number is (248) 528-2116.

What is Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC's specialty?

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

Is Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 4 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC. 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. Of these, 1 practice within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska list Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, 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 Special Care Optometry Of Nebraska, LLC was last updated on October 15, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.