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DR. ROBERT R PALOZEJ O.D.
NPI 1477513851
Optometrist - Sports Vision in Ellington, CT

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
19 PINNEY ST, ELLINGTON, CT 06029(860) 875-7336(860) 870-4707 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Sep 11, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. Robert R Palozej O.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT R PALOZEJ O.D. (NPI 1477513851) is an individual sports vision provider in Ellington, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (000929) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477513851
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WS0006X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT R PALOZEJCredential: O.D.
Location Address19 PINNEY STEllington, CT 06029-3812
Mailing Address19 Pinney StEllington, CT 06029-3812 · (860) 875-7336 · Fax (860) 870-4707
Phone(860) 875-7336
Fax(860) 870-4707
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1477513851 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 6

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Sports VisionEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WS0006X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 000929
Definition

An optometrist who offers services designed to care for unique vision care needs of athletes, which may include one of more of the following services: corrective vision care unique to a specific sporting environment; protective eyewear for the prevention of sports-related injuries; vision enhancement - which may include vision therapy and techniques to improve visual skills specific to the athlete's sport.

Also ListedOptometristTaxonomy 152W00000X · License 000929 (CT)
Also ListedOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementTaxonomy 152WC0802X · License 000929 (CT)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License 000929 (CT)
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License 000929 (CT)
Also ListedOptometrist · Occupational VisionTaxonomy 152WX0102X · License 000929 (CT)
19 PINNEY ST, Ellington, CT 06029
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Other Identifiers 9

Other061615194 0002CT · Cigna
Other4258CT · Connecticare
OtherP381699CT · Oxford
Other50RPALOZECT01CT · Anthem
OtherPR50304310001CT · Cigna
Other722718CT · Connecticare
Other56090000929CT2CT · Anthem
Other0004236477CT · Aetna
Other2501130CT · Aetna

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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. Robert R Palozej 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 ID840479309
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110131000005
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 7

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.
95 services95 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.
61 services60 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 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.
38 services29 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).
34 services30 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
26 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06029 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
84%164 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%370 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
2%103 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
85%26 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
2%103 patients1/55-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 3

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

ROBERT R PALOZEJ OD, LLC
Optometrist
19 PINNEY ST
ELLINGTON, CT 06029
Capitol Planning Region (860) 875-7336
LISA P. BURCH LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
19 PINNEY ST
ELLINGTON, CT 06029
Capitol Planning Region (860) 871-9295
DR. MATTHEW LANZ PALOZEJ OD
Optometrist
19 PINNEY ST
ELLINGTON, CT 06029
Capitol Planning Region (860) 875-7336

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 Palozej's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Palozej is 1477513851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Robert Palozej located?

Robert Palozej practices at 19 Pinney St, Ellington, CT 06029. The listed phone number is (860) 875-7336.

What is Robert Palozej's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Sports Vision, with taxonomy code 152WS0006X.

Is Robert Palozej enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Palozej 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 Robert Palozej accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Robert Palozej 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 Robert Palozej was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.