SAMIR BHAKTA O.D.
NPI 1457551459
Optometrist in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since July 19, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4109 S STAPLES ST, AT THE NEW PARKDALE SUPERCENTER, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411(361) 854-2020(361) 854-2021 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 27, 2025, Jun 13, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Samir Bhakta O.d. NPPES

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

SAMIR BHAKTA O.D. (NPI 1457551459) is an individual optometrist in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (7056TG) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457551459
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSAMIR BHAKTACredential: O.D.
Location Address4109 S STAPLES ST, AT THE NEW PARKDALE SUPERCENTERCorpus Christi, TX 78411-5500
Mailing Address4109 S Staples StCorpus Christi, TX 78411-5500 · (361) 854-2020 · Fax (361) 854-2021
Fax(361) 854-2021
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 27, 2025
NPI 1457551459 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 TX · 7056TG
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.
4109 S STAPLES ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78411

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

Samir Bhakta 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 ID5395833883
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071116000329
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 5

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.
63 services62 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
43 services43 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.
36 services24 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.
35 services35 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78411 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%26 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 7

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

Pharmacist
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Pharmacist
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Pharmacist
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Eyewear Supplier
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Optometrist
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Pharmacist
4109 S STAPLES ST
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411

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 Samir Bhakta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samir Bhakta is 1457551459. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2007.

Where is Samir Bhakta located?

Samir Bhakta practices at 4109 S Staples St At The New Parkdale Supercenter, Corpus Christi, TX 78411. The listed phone number is (361) 854-2020.

What is Samir Bhakta's specialty?

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

Is Samir Bhakta enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samir Bhakta 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 Samir Bhakta accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 7 other insurers list Samir Bhakta 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 Samir Bhakta was last updated on March 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.