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DR. KATHLEEN M SHAFER O.D.
NPI 1205997855
Optometrist in Austin, TX

Active since December 13, 2006PECOS Enrolled
11624 ROCK ROSE AVE STE 126, AUSTIN, TX 78758(512) 861-1500(512) 472-3938 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Kathleen M Shafer O.d. NPPES

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

DR. KATHLEEN M SHAFER O.D. (NPI 1205997855) is an individual optometrist in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (6487) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio State University - College Of Optometry (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205997855
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KATHLEEN M SHAFERCredential: O.D.
Location Address11624 ROCK ROSE AVE STE 126Austin, TX 78758-7968
Mailing Address8614 Westwood Center Dr Fl 9Vienna, VA 22182-2442 · (703) 847-8899 · Fax (571) 223-6780
Phone(512) 861-1500
Fax(512) 472-3938
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOhio State University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateDecember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 2026
NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1205997855 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 · 6487
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.
11624 ROCK ROSE AVE STE 126, Austin, TX 78758
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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 (PECOS)

Dr. Kathleen M Shafer O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4486605938
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050202000536
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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78758 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.95 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $17.98 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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

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

MED SOUTHWEST, PLLC
Optometrist
11624 ROCK ROSE AVE STE 126
AUSTIN, TX 78758
Travis County (512) 861-1500

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 Kathleen Shafer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathleen Shafer is 1205997855. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 13, 2006.

Where is Kathleen Shafer located?

Kathleen Shafer practices at 11624 Rock Rose Ave Ste 126, Austin, TX 78758. The listed phone number is (512) 861-1500.

What is Kathleen Shafer's specialty?

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

Is Kathleen Shafer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kathleen Shafer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Kathleen Shafer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Kathleen Shafer 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 Kathleen Shafer was last updated on March 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.