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BETSY L MEINEL O.D.
NPI 1326486358
Optometrist in Medford, WI

Active since June 12, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
353 N 8TH ST, MEDFORD, WI 54451(715) 748-2020(715) 748-4565 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2024, Jul 17, 2020, May 9, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Betsy L Meinel O.d. NPPES

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

BETSY L MEINEL O.D. (NPI 1326486358) is an individual optometrist in Medford, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (3299-35) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Colby, and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326486358
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameBETSY L MEINELCredential: O.D.
Location Address353 N 8TH STMedford, WI 54451-1515
Mailing AddressPo Box 547Medford, WI 54451-0547 · (715) 748-2020 · Fax (715) 748-4565
Phone(715) 748-2020
Fax(715) 748-4565
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2024
✔ NPI 1326486358 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 WI · 3299-35
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.
353 N 8TH ST, Medford, WI 54451
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Betsy L Berends

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1120 Dehne Dr Ste GColby, WI 54421-9589 · Phone (715) 223-4003 · Fax (715) 223-4417

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health Plan, Security Health Plan.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

Betsy L Meinel 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 ID4284869819
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131106001181
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 9

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.

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
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.
1,157 services11 patients
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.
157 services157 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.
67 services62 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).
57 services47 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.
39 services36 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.
31 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54451 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
$123.69 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.37 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $16.84 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
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.

94.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.63
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$41.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

HEALTHVIEW EYE CARE CENTER-MEDFORD SC
Optometrist
353 N 8TH ST
MEDFORD, WI 54451
Taylor County (715) 748-2020
BREANNA K HOFFMANN O.D.
Optometrist
353 N 8TH ST
MEDFORD, WI 54451
Taylor County (715) 748-2020
DR. JADEN ROSE CARSTENSEN OD
Optometrist
353 N 8TH ST
MEDFORD, WI 54451
Taylor County (715) 748-2020

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 Betsy Meinel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Betsy Meinel is 1326486358. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2013. The provider is also known as Betsy L Berends.

Where is Betsy Meinel located?

Betsy Meinel practices at 353 N 8th St, Medford, WI 54451. The listed phone number is (715) 748-2020.

What is Betsy Meinel's specialty?

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

Is Betsy Meinel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Betsy Meinel 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 Betsy Meinel accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Betsy Meinel 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 Betsy Meinel was last updated on October 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.