PINNACLE CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE LLC
NPI 1275513806
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Appleton, WI

NPI Status: Active since January 19, 2006

Contact Information

4648 W SPENCER ST
APPLETON, WI
ZIP 54914
Phone: (920) 731-7557
Fax: (920) 731-7558

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ambulatory Surgical
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 52D1054611
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 05-24-2028

About PINNACLE CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE LLC

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Pinnacle Cataract And Laser Institute Llc, a provider established in Appleton, Wisconsin operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1275513806 assigned on January 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Michael P Vrabec M.d. (Co-executive Director)

NPI
1275513806
Provider Name
PINNACLE CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE LLC
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
4648 W SPENCER ST APPLETON, WI 54914
Location Phone
(920) 731-7557
Location Fax
(920) 731-7558
Mailing Address
4648 W SPENCER ST APPLETON, WI 54914
Mailing Phone
(920) 731-7557
Mailing Fax
(920) 731-7558
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
01-19-2006
Last Update Date
10-11-2010
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical

Taxonomy Code
261QA1903X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Anthem Bronze Preferred/Broad 5000 (3 Free PCP Visits + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred/Broad HSA (+ Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred/Broad Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Gold Preferred/Broad 1000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Gold Preferred/Broad Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Preferred/Broad 0 Med Ded ($0 Virtual PCP+$0 Select Drugs+Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Silver Preferred/Broad 4000 ($0 PCP Visits + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Silver Preferred/Broad 5500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • Anthem Silver Preferred/Broad Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - POS
  • HMO Bronze $0 Medical Deductible - HMO
  • HMO Bronze 10000 - HMO
  • HMO Bronze 7500 - HMO
  • HMO Catastrophic 10600 with 3 free PCP visits - HMO
  • HMO Gold 2000 - HMO
  • HMO Gold 2700 - HMO
  • HMO HDHP Silver 5900 - HMO
  • HMO Silver 6000 - HMO
  • HMO Silver 6600 - HMO
  • POS Bronze 7500 - POS
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze $0 Ded / $2500 Rx Ded - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze $0 Ded / $2500 Rx Ded - Vision Exam - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze $9600 ($45 PCP Copay) - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze $9600 ($45 PCP Copay) - Vision Exam - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze Standard $7500 - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Bronze Standard $7500 - Vision Exam - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Gold $0 Ded - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Gold $0 Ded - Vision Exam - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Gold $3300 - EPO
  • CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) Gold $3300 - Vision Exam - EPO
  • NE WI Select $3,150 Plus Silver - PPO
  • NE WI Select $3,800 HSA Silver - PPO
  • NE WI Select $6,000 Standard Silver - PPO
  • NE WI Select $6,800 Plus Bronze HSA - PPO
  • NE WI Select $7,500 Standard Bronze HSA - PPO
  • NE WI Select $8,400 HSA Bronze - PPO
  • Prestige Bronze $0 Medical Deductible - HMO
  • Prestige Bronze $0 Medical Deductible + Dental + Vision - HMO
  • Prestige Bronze $0 Medical Deductible + Dental +Vision - HMO
  • Prestige Bronze Essential + 3 Free PCP Visits - HMO
  • Prestige Bronze Essential + Dental + Vision + 3 Free PCP Visits - HMO
  • Prestige Bronze Plus - HMO
  • Prestige Gold - HMO
  • Prestige Gold 50 + 1 Free PCP Visit - HMO
  • Prestige Gold 50 + Dental + Vision + 1 Free PCP Visit - HMO
  • Prestige Gold 50 + Dental + Vision+ 1 Free PCP Visit - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE $0 MEDICAL DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE $10,150 DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) $0 MEDICAL DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) $10,150 DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE CATASTROPHIC $10,600 DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD $4,000 DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD (DENTAL & VISION) $4,000 DED - HMO
  • QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD (DENTAL & VISION) STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
  • Premier $2,000 - 25% - HMO
  • Premier $3,500 - 30% - HMO
  • Premier $4,000 - 50% - HMO
  • Premier $5,000 HDHP - HMO
  • Premier $6,000 - 40% - HMO
  • Premier $7,500 - HMO
  • Premier $7,500 HDHP - HMO
  • Premier HMO $1,500 - 30% - HMO
  • Premier HMO $2,500 - 20% Copay - HMO
  • Premier HMO $3,400 - 30% HDHP - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Authorized Official

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Authorized Official Name

DR. MICHAEL P VRABEC M.D.

Authorized Official Title
CO-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Authorized Official Phone
(920) 731-7557

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
000085002MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)WIBILLING PROVIDER NUMBER
41914200MEDICAID (05)WI 
52C0001058MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)WI 

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.

This service was performed 21 times for 17 patients

Dexamethasone, lacrimal ophthalmic insert, 0.1 mg

Dexamethasone, lacrimal ophthalmic insert, 0.1 mg is a tiny device inserted into your tear duct. It releases a steroid, dexamethasone, to reduce inflammation and discomfort in your eye. It's often used for conditions like dry eye or following eye surgery.

This service was performed 220 times for 37 patients

Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye

This is a two-part eye procedure. First, a cloudy lens (cataract) is removed from its outer layer and replaced with an artificial lens to improve vision. Second, a drainage device is inserted into the front part of the eye to manage fluid levels, preventing pressure build-up.

This service was performed 49 times for 27 patients

Phenylephrine 10.16 mg/ml and ketorolac 2.88 mg/ml ophthalmic irrigation solution, 1 ml

This solution is used during eye surgery to maintain pupil dilation and reduce inflammation. Phenylephrine widens the pupil, while Ketorolac helps to prevent pain and swelling. It's applied directly to the eye by your healthcare provider during the procedure.

This service was performed 644 times for 112 patients

Processing, preserving and transporting corneal tissue

Processing, preserving, and transporting corneal tissue involve careful steps to ensure its viability for transplantation. The tissue is first cleaned, then preserved in a special solution. It's packed in a temperature-controlled container for safe transport to its destination.

This service was performed 14 times for 11 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

This service was performed 822 times for 458 patients

Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid

This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.

This service was performed 28 times for 15 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

This service was performed 157 times for 106 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number
52D1054611
Facility Type
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Certificate Effective Date
May 25, 2026
Certificate Expiration Date
May 24, 2028
Laboratory Director
DR. MICHAEL P. VRABEC
Certificate Type
Certificate of Waiver
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Pinnacle Cataract And Laser Institute Llc to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1275513806, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 6).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
2
Unchanged
Pos 3
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 4
5
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
1
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
0
Doubled → 0
Check
6
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 7 → 14 → 5 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6 0 → 0

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 2 + 1 + 4 + 5 + 1 + 0 + 1 + 6 + 8 + 0 + 24 = 54

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 54 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1275513806.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4648 W SPENCER ST
APPLETON, WI 54914

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1275513806, enumerated as an "organization" on January 19, 2006.

The provider is located at 4648 W SPENCER ST APPLETON, WI 54914 and the phone number is (920) 731-7557.

Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.