LOUIS B CANTOR MD
NPI 1487655783
Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Specialist in Indianapolis, IN

Active since August 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1160 W MICHIGAN ST, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202(317) 944-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 8, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 8, 2021, Mar 17, 2018, Jan 11, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Louis B Cantor Md NPPES

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

LOUIS B CANTOR MD (NPI 1487655783) is an individual glaucoma specialist in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01029807A) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487655783
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0009X
Provider Legal NameLOUIS B CANTORCredential: MD
Location Address1160 W MICHIGAN STIndianapolis, IN 46202-5209
Mailing Address250 N Shadeland Ave Ste 130Indianapolis, IN 46219-4959 · (317) 962-4792 · Fax (317) 274-3265
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 8, 20214 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 8, 2021
NPI 1487655783 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Glaucoma SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0009X
License Licensed in IN · 01029807A
Definition

An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of glaucoma and other disorders related to increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty involves the medical and surgical treatment of these conditions.

Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 01029807A (IN)
1160 W MICHIGAN ST, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1250 N. Shadeland Avenue, Suite 200Indianapolis, IN 46219-4959 · Phone (317) 963-3177 · Fax (317) 962-4343
Location 21160 W. Michigan StreetIndianapolis, IN 46202-5209 · Phone (317) 944-2020 · Fax (317) 274-2727

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid100354010AIN

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

Louis B Cantor Md 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 ID7618075813
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070612000662
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 4

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.
233 services174 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.
71 services67 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).
57 services55 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.
34 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150056
Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46202 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 20

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Ophthalmology
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Ophthalmology
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1160 W MICHIGAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202

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 Louis Cantor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Louis Cantor is 1487655783. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2005.

Where is Louis Cantor located?

Louis Cantor practices at 1160 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202. The listed phone number is (317) 944-2020.

What is Louis Cantor's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Glaucoma Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0009X.

Is Louis Cantor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Louis Cantor 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 Louis Cantor accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and UnitedHealthcare list Louis Cantor 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.

Is Louis Cantor affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Louis Cantor is affiliated with Indiana University Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Louis Cantor was last updated on February 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.