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DR. KA YI TAM MD
NPI 1407387996
Ophthalmology - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist in Tacoma, WA

Active since March 25, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 402, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 792-6630(253) 403-7205 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 10, 2023, Jun 21, 2021, Jul 4, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Ka Yi Tam Md NPPES

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

DR. KA YI TAM MD (NPI 1407387996) is an individual pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus specialist in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61150286) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407387996
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0110X
Provider Legal NameDR. KA YI TAMCredential: MD
Location Address316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 402Tacoma, WA 98405-4261
Mailing AddressPo Box 5299, Ms: 820-5-pcoTacoma, WA 98415-0299
Phone(253) 792-6630
Fax(253) 403-7205
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1407387996 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0110X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD61150286
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License MD61150286 (WA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 402, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1751 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128-2604 · Phone (510) 907-1908
Location 24800 Sand Point Way NESeattle, WA 98105-3901 · Phone (206) 987-2000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, 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. Ka Yi Tam Md 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 ID7810248564
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210625002595
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 2

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 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.
25 services19 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.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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 2

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

ALISON TEO MD
Ophthalmology
316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 402
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 792-6630
CLARK WHEELER DEEM M.D.
Ophthalmology
316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 402
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 792-6630

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 Ka Yi Tam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ka Yi Tam is 1407387996. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2017.

Where is Ka Yi Tam located?

Ka Yi Tam practices at 316 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 402, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 792-6630.

What is Ka Yi Tam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0110X.

Is Ka Yi Tam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ka Yi Tam 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 Ka Yi Tam accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Ka Yi Tam 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.

Is Ka Yi Tam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ka Yi Tam is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ka Yi Tam was last updated on February 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.