DR. NICOLETTE PAIGE RUTA OD
NPI 1407595960
Optometrist in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Nicolette Ruta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicolette Ruta is 1407595960. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2022.

Q: What is Nicolette Ruta's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicolette Ruta was last updated on July 20, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since June 02, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

97.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

6439 GARNERS FERRY RD, COLUMBIA, SC 29209(803) 776-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Nicolette Paige Ruta Od NPPES

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

DR. NICOLETTE PAIGE RUTA OD (NPI 1407595960) is an individual optometrist in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (OPT.2347) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Blythewood, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407595960

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. NICOLETTE PAIGE RUTACredential: OD

Location Address6439 GARNERS FERRY RDColumbia, SC 29209-1638

Mailing Address1129 Woodrow StColumbia, SC 29205-1224 · (646) 915-2553

Phone(803) 776-4000

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2022

Enumeration DateJune 2, 2022

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 2022

NPPES CertifiedJuly 20, 2022

✔ NPI 1407595960 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 · OPT.2347

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.

6439 GARNERS FERRY RD, Columbia, SC 29209

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1204 Langford RdBlythewood, SC 29016-8648 · Phone (803) 714-1116 · Fax (803) 714-1162

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Providence Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Nicolette Paige Ruta Od 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 ID446632731

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220803001362

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 9

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.

468 services461 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.

326 services326 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.

269 services246 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).

119 services118 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.

86 services82 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.

63 services59 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29209 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.1/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

90.33

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam

100%494 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care

80%108 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

98%1,119 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care

100%80 patients

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,188 patients

Patients totalRate: 0% · 1,188 patients

0%1,188 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

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