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DR. NICKOLAS ANDREW VASTIS O.D.
NPI 1376647396
Optometrist in Columbia, SC

Active since September 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
350 HARBISON BLVD, COLUMBIA, SC 29212(803) 749-6878 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Nickolas Andrew Vastis O.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICKOLAS ANDREW VASTIS O.D. (NPI 1376647396) is an individual optometrist in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1423) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376647396
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICKOLAS ANDREW VASTISCredential: O.D.
Location Address350 HARBISON BLVDColumbia, SC 29212-2248
Mailing Address627 Crestmont RdColumbia, SC 29229-7027 · (803) 699-5110
Phone(803) 749-6878
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateSeptember 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2012
✔ NPI 1376647396 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 SC · 1423
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.
350 HARBISON BLVD, Columbia, SC 29212
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Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Nickolas Andrew Vastis 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 ID9234208307
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080514000915
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 3

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.
58 services58 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.
17 services17 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.
15 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29212 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

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.

GARY HILL
Pharmacist
350 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Lexington County (803) 749-4775
DR. JASON B HALES OD
Optometrist
350 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Lexington County (803) 749-6878
SAMS EAST INC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
350 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Lexington County (803) 749-4775
HOLLY ABLE HALLMAN PHARMD
Pharmacist
350 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Lexington County (803) 749-4775
SAM'S CLUB OPTICAL
Eyewear Supplier
350 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Lexington County (803) 749-9838

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 Nickolas Vastis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nickolas Vastis is 1376647396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 11, 2006.

Where is Nickolas Vastis located?

Nickolas Vastis practices at 350 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212. The listed phone number is (803) 749-6878.

What is Nickolas Vastis's specialty?

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

Is Nickolas Vastis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nickolas Vastis 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 Nickolas Vastis accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and 1 other insurer list Nickolas Vastis 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 Nickolas Vastis was last updated on September 11, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.