DR. LAUREN JO CUROSH O.D.
NPI 1437414398
Optometrist in Whiting, IN

Active since July 06, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1538 119TH ST, WHITING, IN 46394(219) 659-0805(219) 659-0830 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Lauren Jo Curosh O.d. NPPES

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

DR. LAUREN JO CUROSH O.D. (NPI 1437414398) is an individual optometrist in Whiting, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (18003735A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437414398
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAUREN JO CUROSHCredential: O.D.
Location Address1538 119TH STWhiting, IN 46394-1733
Mailing Address1538 119th StWhiting, IN 46394-1733 · (219) 659-0805 · Fax (219) 659-0830
Fax(219) 659-0830
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 2025
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2025
NPI 1437414398 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses Licensed in IN · 18003735A Licensed in IL · 046010625
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.
1538 119TH ST, Whiting, IN 46394

Other Identifiers 5

Other211019IL · Medicare Lake/dupage County
Other8825444IL · Multiplan
Other7235044IL · Aetna
Other1636706Bcbs
Other210209IL · Medicare Cook County

Accepted 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. Lauren Jo Curosh 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 ID4284890278
PECOS Enrollment IDI20251014000283
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

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46394 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

Optometrist
1538 119TH ST
WHITING, IN 46394

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 Lauren Curosh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Curosh is 1437414398. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2012.

Where is Lauren Curosh located?

Lauren Curosh practices at 1538 119th St, Whiting, IN 46394. The listed phone number is (219) 659-0805.

What is Lauren Curosh's specialty?

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

Is Lauren Curosh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Curosh 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 Lauren Curosh accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CareSource and Providence Health Plan list Lauren Curosh 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 Lauren Curosh was last updated on May 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.