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WALTER J LONG O.D
NPI 1497849145
Optometrist in Bloomington, IN

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
660 S COLLEGE AVE, BLOOMINGTON, IN 47403(812) 332-5090(812) 332-5092 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Walter J Long O.d NPPES

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

WALTER J LONG O.D (NPI 1497849145) is an individual optometrist in Bloomington, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (18002828B) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University - School Of Optometry (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497849145
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameWALTER J LONGCredential: O.D
Location Address660 S COLLEGE AVEBloomington, IN 47403-2527
Mailing Address660 S College AveBloomington, IN 47403-2527 · (812) 332-5090 · Fax (812) 332-5092
Phone(812) 332-5090
Fax(812) 332-5092
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIndiana University - School Of OptometryGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1497849145 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 IN · 18002828B
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.
660 S COLLEGE AVE, Bloomington, IN 47403
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINU64260IN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.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

Walter J Long 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 ID2264542315
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111020000390
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.
167 services165 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.
58 services48 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.
19 services18 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.
15 services15 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).
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 47403 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 2

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

LONG FAMILY EYE CARE P.C.
Optometrist
660 S COLLEGE AVE
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47403
Monroe County (812) 332-5090
MELANIE CARVER, INC.
Optometrist
660 S COLLEGE AVE
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47403
Monroe County (812) 332-5090

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 Walter Long's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Long is 1497849145. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is Walter Long located?

Walter Long practices at 660 S College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47403. The listed phone number is (812) 332-5090.

What is Walter Long's specialty?

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

Is Walter Long enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Long 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 Walter Long accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CareSource and Providence Health Plan list Walter Long 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 Walter Long was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.