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DR. HOWARD B KUSHNER O.D.
NPI 1366550410
Optometrist - Vision Therapy in Saratoga Springs, NY

Active since August 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
464 MAPLE AVE, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866(518) 886-1710(518) 886-1392 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Howard B Kushner O.d. NPPES

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

DR. HOWARD B KUSHNER O.D. (NPI 1366550410) is an individual vision therapy provider in Saratoga Springs, New York, licensed in New York (005227) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366550410
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WV0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. HOWARD B KUSHNERCredential: O.D.
Location Address464 MAPLE AVESaratoga Springs, NY 12866
Mailing Address464 Maple AveSaratoga Springs, NY 12866-5508 · (518) 886-1710
Phone(518) 886-1710
Fax(518) 886-1392
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateAugust 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 2018
✔ NPI 1366550410 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Vision TherapyEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WV0400X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 005227
Definition
Optometrists who specialize in vision therapy as a treatment process used to improve vision function. It includes a broad range of developmental and rehabilitative treatment programs individually prescribed to remediate specific sensory, motor and/or visual perceptual dysfunctions.
Also ListedOptometrist · Low Vision RehabilitationTaxonomy 152WL0500X · License 005227 (NY)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License 005227 (NY)
Also ListedOptometrist · Sports VisionTaxonomy 152WS0006X · License 005227 (NY)
464 MAPLE AVE, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Howard B Kushner O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Howard Kushner reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Albany Troy Cataract & Laser Associates
26 mi
Ophthalmology
2222 6TH AVE
Troy, NY 12180
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336389295 (518) 274-3123
Empire Vision Center Inc
117 mi
Optometrist
2921 ERIE BLVD E
Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 243 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1750358826 (315) 446-3145

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
78 services73 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
59 services46 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.
14 services14 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12866 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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 Howard Kushner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Kushner is 1366550410. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 28, 2006.

Where is Howard Kushner located?

Howard Kushner practices at 464 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The listed phone number is (518) 886-1710.

What is Howard Kushner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Vision Therapy, with taxonomy code 152WV0400X.

Is Howard Kushner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Kushner is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Howard Kushner's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Howard Kushner reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Albany Troy Cataract & Laser Associates (Troy, NY) and Empire Vision Center Inc (Syracuse, NY). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Howard Kushner's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Howard Kushner 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 2 other insurers list Howard Kushner 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 Howard Kushner was last updated on July 25, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.