DR. LEAH CAROL LAXSON MD
NPI 1326083866
Ophthalmology in Morgantown, WV

Q: What is Leah Laxson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leah Laxson is 1326083866. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2006.

Q: What is Leah Laxson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leah Laxson was last updated on April 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since June 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, MORGANTOWN, WV 26506(304) 598-4820 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 12, 2022, Jan 9, 2021, Oct 19, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Leah Carol Laxson Md NPPES

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

DR. LEAH CAROL LAXSON MD (NPI 1326083866) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Morgantown, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (28626) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326083866

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LEAH CAROL LAXSONCredential: MD

Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER DRMorgantown, WV 26506

Mailing AddressPo Box 780Morgantown, WV 26507-0780 · (304) 285-7101

Phone(304) 598-4820

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateJune 18, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 12, 2022

✔ NPI 1326083866 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WV · 28626✔ Licensed in OH · 35054944

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Also ListedOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistTaxonomy 207WX0107X · License 35054944 (OH)

1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Morgantown, WV 26506

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1915 Olentangy River Rd, Suite 5000Columbus, OH 43212-3153 · Phone (614) 293-8116 · Fax (614) 293-4719

Location 21 Amalia DrBuckhannon, WV 26201-2239 · Phone (304) 473-2000

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid070802871OH

Medicaid0791246OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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. Leah Carol Laxson Md 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 ID8729035159

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190320002245

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.

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.

642 services197 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

511 services185 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

448 services93 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

357 services84 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.

204 services116 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

202 services122 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

27 services20 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.

24 services19 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

21 services21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

21 services21 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.

19 services18 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510001

Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

United Hospital Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Bridgeport, WV

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510006

Location327 Medical Park DriveBridgeport, WV 26330 · Harrison County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Reynolds Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Glen Dale, WV

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510013

Location800 Wheeling AveGlen Dale, WV 26038 · Marshall County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Camden Clark Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Parkersburg, WV

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510058

Location800 Garfield AveParkersburg, WV 26101 · Wood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Joseph's Hospital Of Buckhannon, Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Buckhannon, WV

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number511321

Location1 Amalia DriveBuckhannon, WV 26201 · Upshur County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26506 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

$124.46 typical visit price

range $53.20 – $164.59

Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.84 typical visit price

range $16.47 – $133.29

Typical copayment $16.71 (range $4.11 – $33.32)

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.

94.1/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

78.46

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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