DR. ROBERT WILLIAM POULIN M.D.
NPI 1457461204
Ophthalmology in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since August 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103(805) 963-4272(805) 563-0883 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2025, Jun 6, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. Robert William Poulin M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT WILLIAM POULIN M.D. (NPI 1457461204) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (G59821) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457461204
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT WILLIAM POULINCredential: M.D.
Location Address515 E MICHELTORENA STSanta Barbara, CA 93103-2257
Mailing Address515 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93103-2257 · (805) 963-4272 · Fax (805) 964-6617
Fax(805) 563-0883
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2025
NPI 1457461204 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in CA · G59821
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Other Identifiers 3

OtherZZZ56020ZBlue Shield
OtherG59821CA · Medical Liscense
MedicaidGR0068400CA

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. Robert William Poulin M.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 ID4587823745
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120307000227
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 6

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.
220 services216 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.
200 services113 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).
83 services65 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.
60 services48 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.
31 services31 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.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93103 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
$139.99 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $34.99 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.76 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $19.19 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
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.

91.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost73.11

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Internal Medicine
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SUITE C
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Psychiatry & Neurology (Clinical Neurophysiology)
515 E MICHELTORENA ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Dentist (Periodontics)
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SUITE E
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SUITE C
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Ophthalmology
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, STE D
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Ophthalmology
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SUITE D
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Dentist (General Practice)
515 E MICHELTORENA ST, SUITE F
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103

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 Robert Poulin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Poulin is 1457461204. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Where is Robert Poulin located?

Robert Poulin practices at 515 E Micheltorena St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. The listed phone number is (805) 963-4272.

What is Robert Poulin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Robert Poulin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Poulin 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Poulin was last updated on August 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.