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DR. ARON B. KATZ O.D.
NPI 1407074537
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Northbrook, IL

Active since April 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1500 SHERMER RD STE 212, NORTHBROOK, IL 60062(847) 564-1290(847) 509-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Aron B. Katz O.d. NPPES

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

DR. ARON B. KATZ O.D. (NPI 1407074537) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Northbrook, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (0467194) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407074537
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X
Provider Legal NameDR. ARON B. KATZCredential: O.D.
Location Address1500 SHERMER RD STE 212Northbrook, IL 60062-5340
Mailing Address1500 Shermer Rd Ste 212Northbrook, IL 60062-5340 · (847) 564-1290 · Fax (847) 509-2020
Phone(847) 564-1290
Fax(847) 509-2020
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateApril 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 13, 2025
NPPES CertifiedMarch 13, 2025
✔ NPI 1407074537 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WC0802X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 0467194
Definition
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
Also ListedOptometrist · Low Vision RehabilitationTaxonomy 152WL0500X · License 0467194 (IL)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License 0467194 (IL)
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License 0467194 (IL)
1500 SHERMER RD STE 212, Northbrook, IL 60062
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Providence 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

Dr. Aron B. Katz 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 ID2062581143
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080515000080
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 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.
125 services50 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.
68 services67 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.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60062 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ARON B. KATZ O.D. P.C.
Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
1500 SHERMER RD STE 212
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
Cook County (847) 564-1290

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 Aron Katz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aron Katz is 1407074537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 23, 2007.

Where is Aron Katz located?

Aron Katz practices at 1500 Shermer Rd Ste 212, Northbrook, IL 60062. The listed phone number is (847) 564-1290.

What is Aron Katz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Aron Katz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aron Katz 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 Aron Katz accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Aron Katz 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 Aron Katz was last updated on March 13, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.