SAMANTHA VAASSEN O.D.
NPI 1346528858
Optometrist in Dubuque, IA

Active since August 01, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1500 ASSOCIATES DR, DUBUQUE, IA 52002(563) 584-4115(563) 584-4256 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 10, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Samantha Vaassen O.d. NPPES

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

SAMANTHA VAASSEN O.D. (NPI 1346528858) is an individual optometrist in Dubuque, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (002564) and active in the NPI registry since August 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346528858
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSAMANTHA VAASSENCredential: O.D.
Location Address1500 ASSOCIATES DRDubuque, IA 52002-2201
Mailing Address1500 Associates DrDubuque, IA 52002-2201 · (563) 584-4115 · Fax (563) 584-4256
Fax(563) 584-4256
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 10, 2012
NPI 1346528858 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 IA · 002564
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.
1500 ASSOCIATES DR, Dubuque, IA 52002

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

Samantha Vaassen 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 ID2567619638
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120823000970, I20121112000670, I20130128000521
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 4

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.
132 services132 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
34 services34 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.
13 services12 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).
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52002 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
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.

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.

Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier13 claims25 services$40.98 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 20

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

Physician Assistant
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Dermatology
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002
Physician Assistant
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
DUBUQUE, IA 52002

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 Samantha Vaassen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samantha Vaassen is 1346528858. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2011.

Where is Samantha Vaassen located?

Samantha Vaassen practices at 1500 Associates Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002. The listed phone number is (563) 584-4115.

What is Samantha Vaassen's specialty?

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

Is Samantha Vaassen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samantha Vaassen 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 Samantha Vaassen accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Samantha Vaassen 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 Samantha Vaassen was last updated on August 10, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.