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DR. CALOGERA LEONARDA MENDOLA OD
NPI 1235223066
Optometrist in Buffalo, NY

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.43/100
CMS Quality Rating
924 KENMORE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14216(716) 876-2020(716) 876-3261 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Calogera Leonarda Mendola Od NPPES

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

DR. CALOGERA LEONARDA MENDOLA OD (NPI 1235223066) is an individual optometrist in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (TUV006452-1) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235223066
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CALOGERA LEONARDA MENDOLACredential: OD
Location Address924 KENMORE AVEBuffalo, NY 14216
Mailing Address924 Kenmore AveBuffalo Ny, NY 14216 · (716) 896-8831 · Fax (716) 896-2318
Phone(716) 876-2020
Fax(716) 876-3261
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 2024
✔ NPI 1235223066 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · TUV006452-1✔ Licensed in VA · 0618001225
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.
924 KENMORE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
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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. Calogera Leonarda Mendola Od 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 ID6709978422
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070824000598
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 5

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.
87 services86 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.
25 services25 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.
17 services16 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).
13 services13 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14216 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

90.43/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability79
Improvement Activities40
Cost76.36

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.

DR. DAVID ALAN BURSTEIN OD
Optometrist
924 KENMORE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14216
Erie County (716) 876-2020
KENMORE EYECARE INC.
Optometrist
924 KENMORE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14216
Erie County (716) 876-2020
DR. SANDRA L SEGERSON OD
Optometrist
924 KENMORE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14216
Erie County (716) 876-2020

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 Calogera Mendola's NPI number?

The NPI number for Calogera Mendola is 1235223066. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is Calogera Mendola located?

Calogera Mendola practices at 924 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216. The listed phone number is (716) 876-2020.

What is Calogera Mendola's specialty?

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

Is Calogera Mendola enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Calogera Mendola 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 Calogera Mendola 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 1 other insurer list Calogera Mendola 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 Calogera Mendola was last updated on June 24, 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.