DR. TARA ELIZABETH EVANGER-DALKE O.D.
NPI 1316222466
Optometrist in Walla Walla, WA

Active since October 19, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1610 PENNY LN, WALLA WALLA, WA 99362(509) 540-3937(509) 540-3938 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Tara Elizabeth Evanger-dalke O.d. NPPES

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

DR. TARA ELIZABETH EVANGER-DALKE O.D. (NPI 1316222466) is an individual optometrist in Walla Walla, Washington, licensed in Washington (60485177) and active in the NPI registry since October 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316222466
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. TARA ELIZABETH EVANGER-DALKECredential: O.D.
Location Address1610 PENNY LNWalla Walla, WA 99362
Mailing AddressPo Box OWalla Walla, WA 99362-0212 · (509) 540-3937 · Fax (509) 540-3938
Fax(509) 540-3938
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateOctober 19, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 22, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 22, 2025
NPI 1316222466 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 WA · 60485177 Licensed in OR · ATI3651
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.
1610 PENNY LN, Walla Walla, WA 99362

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Tara Elizabeth Evanger O.d.

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11070 W Elm Ave Ste AHermiston, OR 97838-2711 · Phone (509) 540-3937 · Fax (509) 540-3938
Location 222 W Main StWalla Walla, WA 99362-2816 · Phone (509) 529-2020 · Fax (509) 529-2115

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Tara Elizabeth Evanger-dalke O.d. 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 ID6709006109
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141201000436, I20181024002170
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 12

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 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.
270 services141 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.
96 services80 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.
95 services69 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).
59 services58 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
45 services42 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.
44 services33 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99362 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Ophthalmology
1610 PENNY LN
WALLA WALLA, WA 99362
Ophthalmology
1610 PENNY LN
WALLA WALLA, WA 99362
Eyewear Supplier
1610 PENNY LN
WALLA WALLA, WA 99362
Ophthalmology
1610 PENNY LN
WALLA WALLA, WA 99362
Optometrist
1610 PENNY LN
WALLA WALLA, WA 99362

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 Tara Evanger-dalke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Evanger-dalke is 1316222466. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 19, 2011. The provider is also known as Tara Elizabeth Evanger O.D..

Where is Tara Evanger-dalke located?

Tara Evanger-dalke practices at 1610 Penny Ln, Walla Walla, WA 99362. The listed phone number is (509) 540-3937.

What is Tara Evanger-dalke's specialty?

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

Is Tara Evanger-dalke enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tara Evanger-dalke 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 Tara Evanger-dalke 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 6 other insurers list Tara Evanger-dalke 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 Tara Evanger-dalke was last updated on April 22, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.