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DR. WENDELL F STOELTING O.D.
NPI 1497741201
Optometrist in Cherokee, IA

Active since September 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
215 W WILLOW ST, CHEROKEE, IA 51012(712) 225-3822(712) 225-5395 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Wendell F Stoelting O.d. NPPES

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

DR. WENDELL F STOELTING O.D. (NPI 1497741201) is an individual optometrist in Cherokee, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (1569) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497741201
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WENDELL F STOELTINGCredential: O.D.
Location Address215 W WILLOW STCherokee, IA 51012-1856
Mailing Address215 W Willow StCherokee, IA 51012-1856 · (712) 225-3822 · Fax (712) 225-5395
Phone(712) 225-3822
Fax(712) 225-5395
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2013
✔ NPI 1497741201 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 IA · 1569
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.
215 W WILLOW ST, Cherokee, IA 51012
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Other Identifiers 5

Other410017407IA · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid0093526IA
Medicare NSC0173490001IA
Medicare PIN09325IA
Medicare UPINT00699IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, 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. Wendell F Stoelting 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 ID4284626755
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041118001118
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 8

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.
271 services257 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.
86 services83 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.
68 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.
68 services68 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
44 services44 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).
33 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 51012 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
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.

88.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.67
Improvement Activities40

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%56 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier65 claims65 services$49.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d, per lens V2200
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier60 claims120 services$40.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

CARRIE STOELTING OD
Optometrist
215 W WILLOW ST
CHEROKEE, IA 51012
Cherokee County (712) 225-3822
WENDELL F. STOELTING OD PC
Optometrist
215 W WILLOW ST
CHEROKEE, IA 51012
Cherokee County (712) 225-3822
CARRIE STOELTING OD PC
Optometrist
215 W WILLOW ST
CHEROKEE, IA 51012
Cherokee County (712) 225-3822

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 Wendell Stoelting's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wendell Stoelting is 1497741201. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Where is Wendell Stoelting located?

Wendell Stoelting practices at 215 W Willow St, Cherokee, IA 51012. The listed phone number is (712) 225-3822.

What is Wendell Stoelting's specialty?

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

Is Wendell Stoelting enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wendell Stoelting 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 Wendell Stoelting accept?

Health plans from Medica and Providence Health Plan list Wendell Stoelting 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 Wendell Stoelting was last updated on October 1, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years 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.