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LAUREN B GONZALEZ OD
NPI 1245519966
Optometrist in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since August 11, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
29 W ANAPAMU ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101(805) 681-1761(805) 681-1768 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Lauren B Gonzalez Od NPPES

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

LAUREN B GONZALEZ OD (NPI 1245519966) is an individual optometrist in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (14175 TLG) and active in the NPI registry since August 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245519966
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameLAUREN B GONZALEZCredential: OD
Location Address29 W ANAPAMU STSanta Barbara, CA 93101-3149
Mailing AddressPo Box 62106Santa Barbara, CA 93160-2106 · (805) 681-1761 · Fax (805) 681-1768
Phone(805) 681-1761
Fax(805) 681-1768
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 2013
✔ NPI 1245519966 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 CA · 14175 TLG
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.
29 W ANAPAMU ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Other Identifiers 1

OtherOPT14175CA · Ca State License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Lauren B Gonzalez 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 ID5991959678
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130205000145
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 10

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.
282 services282 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.
158 services132 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
100 services79 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).
85 services85 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.
71 services65 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.
57 services56 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93101 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
$139.99 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $34.99 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.76 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $19.19 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
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 4

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

DR. BRETT ELLIOT SIMON O.D.
Optometrist
29 W ANAPAMU ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
Santa Barbara County (805) 681-1761
DR. MICHAEL ROY COOPER DDS
Dentist
29 W ANAPAMU ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
Santa Barbara County (805) 966-6325
DAVID S BURROUGHS O.D.
Optometrist
29 W ANAPAMU ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
Santa Barbara County (805) 681-8950
DR. TONI TAKIKO MEYERS M.D.
Ophthalmology
29 W ANAPAMU ST, SUITE 202
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
Santa Barbara County (805) 681-1761

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 Lauren Gonzalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Gonzalez is 1245519966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2011.

Where is Lauren Gonzalez located?

Lauren Gonzalez practices at 29 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. The listed phone number is (805) 681-1761.

What is Lauren Gonzalez's specialty?

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

Is Lauren Gonzalez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Gonzalez 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 Lauren Gonzalez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Lauren Gonzalez 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 Lauren Gonzalez was last updated on January 14, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.