EYE SPECIALISTS LASER & SURGERY CENTER INC
NPI 1508182577
Clinic/Center - Ophthalmologic Surgery in Fort Myers, FL

NPI Status: Active since April 15, 2010

Contact Information

12453 S CLEVELAND AVE
FORT MYERS, FL
ZIP 33907
Phone: (239) 939-1444
Fax: (239) 275-3332

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ophthalmologic Surgery
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 10D2007033
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 05-05-2028

About EYE SPECIALISTS LASER & SURGERY CENTER INC

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Eye Specialists Laser & Surgery Center Inc, a provider established in Fort Myers, Florida operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ophthalmologic surgery . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1508182577 assigned on April 2010. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QS0132X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 15 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Mark S Gorovoy M.d. (Medical Doctor/president)

NPI
1508182577
Provider Name
EYE SPECIALISTS LASER & SURGERY CENTER INC
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
12453 S CLEVELAND AVE FORT MYERS, FL 33907
Location Phone
(239) 939-1444
Location Fax
(239) 275-3332
Mailing Address
12453 S CLEVELAND AVE FORT MYERS, FL 33907
Mailing Phone
(239) 939-1444
Mailing Fax
(239) 275-3332
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
04-15-2010
Last Update Date
08-26-2011
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ophthalmologic Surgery

Taxonomy Code
261QS0132X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • BlueOptions Bronze (HSA) 24J01-10 (Rewards / $4 Condition Care Rx) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-04 (3 PCP Visits for $0 then $55 / $70 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-06 (Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-17 ($50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-18S ($50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Gold 24J01-09 ($0 Deductible / $15 PCP Visits / $75 Specialist Visits / $20 Labs / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Gold 24J01-12 ($40 PCP Visits / $75 Specialist Visits / $15 Labs / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Gold 24J01-20S ($30 PCP Visits / $60 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Platinum 24J01-05 ($0 Labs / $15 PCP Visits / $35 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueOptions Platinum 24J01-08 ($0 Deductible / $0 Labs / $15 PCP Visits / $25 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - PPO
  • BlueCare Bronze (HSA) 24K01-09 (Rewards / $4 Condition Care Rx) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K01-03 (3 PCP Visits for $0 then $55 / $70 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K01-05 (Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K01-25 ($50 PCP Visits / $75 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K01-31S ($50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K02-17 (3 PCP Visits for $0 then $55 / $70 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K02-18 (Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K02-23 ($50 PCP Visits / $75 Specialist Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Bronze 24K02-26S ($50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - POS
  • BlueCare Gold 24K01-08 ($0 Deductible / $15 PCP Visits / $75 Specialist Visits / $20 Labs / Rewards) - POS
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential- ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Standard - HMO

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Authorized Official

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Authorized Official Name

MARK S GOROVOY M.D.

Authorized Official Title
MEDICAL DOCTOR/PRESIDENT
Authorized Official Phone
(239) 939-1444

Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
F1554OTHER (01)FLMEDICARE
003297700MEDICAID (05)FL 
P00936589OTHER (01)FLRR MEDICARE
1508182577OTHER (01)FLUNITED HEALTHCARE
6CGOTHER (01)FLBC/BS

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Aspiration of lens material by fragmenting and aspiration

Aspiration of lens material involves breaking down and removing parts of the eye's natural lens that may be causing vision problems. Using special tools, the problematic lens material is fragmented and then gently suctioned out. This procedure helps restore clearer vision.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.

This service was performed 27 times for 23 patients

Complex repair of detached retina and drainage of eye fluid between lens and retina

This procedure involves reattaching your detached retina, a vital layer at the back of your eye. Simultaneously, excess fluid between your lens and retina is drained. This helps restore vision and prevent further eye damage.

This service was performed 17 times for 12 patients

Creation of eye fluid drainage tract for treatment of glaucoma

This procedure, aimed at treating glaucoma, involves creating a small pathway in the eye to allow fluid to drain more effectively. This helps to lower eye pressure and prevent damage to the optic nerve, preserving your vision.

This service was performed 27 times for 25 patients

Creation of shunt to improve eye fluid flow using tissue graft

This procedure involves creating a new pathway for fluid to flow out of your eye using a tissue graft. It helps to lower eye pressure and prevent damage to your optic nerve, improving eye health and vision.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Exchange of prosthetic lens

An exchange of a prosthetic lens involves replacing an artificial lens in your eye. This is often done if the current lens isn't functioning properly or causing discomfort. The procedure involves removing the old lens and inserting a new one, aiming to improve your vision.

This service was performed 51 times for 48 patients

Incision to improve eye fluid flow

This procedure, known as a trabeculectomy, involves creating a small opening in the eye to improve fluid flow. This can help lower eye pressure in conditions like glaucoma. It's a common, safe procedure to protect your eye health.

This service was performed 55 times for 33 patients

Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow

Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow is a procedure aimed at treating glaucoma. A laser is used to create a small hole in the eye's drainage system, allowing fluid to flow out more easily. This helps to lower the pressure inside the eye, reducing the risk of vision loss.

This service was performed 42 times for 29 patients

Penetrating transplantation of tissue from 1 cornea to other cornea (in pseudophakia)

This procedure involves transplanting healthy corneal tissue from one eye to the other. It's typically done in cases of pseudophakia, where the natural lens has been replaced by an artificial one. The aim is to improve vision by replacing damaged corneal tissue.

This service was performed 12 times for 11 patients

Processing, preserving and transporting corneal tissue

Processing, preserving, and transporting corneal tissue involve careful steps to ensure its viability for transplantation. The tissue is first cleaned, then preserved in a special solution. It's packed in a temperature-controlled container for safe transport to its destination.

This service was performed 97 times for 84 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

This service was performed 1,099 times for 640 patients

Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid

This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.

This service was performed 118 times for 59 patients

Removal of eye fluid (vitreous) between lens and retina

This procedure, known as a vitrectomy, involves removing some or all of the vitreous humor, the clear gel-like substance in the eye. It's done to treat various eye conditions, like retinal detachment or macular hole. The aim is to improve or stabilize vision. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.

This service was performed 93 times for 85 patients

Removal of growth of cornea

The removal of a corneal growth is a procedure to eliminate abnormal tissue from the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. This can help improve vision and alleviate discomfort. The process is typically performed by an ophthalmologist under local anesthesia.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Removal of membrane of retina with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a thin layer, called the membrane, from the retina. It also includes the removal of the innermost layer of the retina, known as the internal limiting membrane. This can help improve vision.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

This service was performed 371 times for 275 patients

Removal of scar tissue in eye (goniosynechiae)

Goniosynechiae removal involves a procedure to eliminate scar tissue from the eye. This scar tissue may block fluid flow, leading to increased eye pressure and discomfort. The procedure helps restore normal fluid flow, reducing pressure and improving vision.

This service was performed 15 times for 14 patients

Repair of detached retina with drainage and removal of eye fluid between lens and retina

This procedure addresses a detached retina, a serious eye condition. It involves draining fluid from between the lens and retina, allowing the retina to reattach. Then, the eye fluid is removed to prevent future detachments. It's a crucial step for vision restoration.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

Suture of iris and lens

A suture of iris and lens is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing damage to the iris and lens of your eye. This involves using tiny, specialized stitches to reposition or stabilize these parts. It's commonly performed after eye injuries or certain eye surgeries.

This service was performed 29 times for 28 patients

Transplantation of outer layer of corneal tissue

The transplantation of the outer layer of corneal tissue is a procedure to replace damaged or diseased corneal tissue with healthy tissue from a donor. This can improve vision and alleviate pain or discomfort.

This service was performed 84 times for 72 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number
10D2007033
Facility Type
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Certificate Effective Date
May 06, 2026
Certificate Expiration Date
May 05, 2028
Laboratory Director
MARK S. GOROVOY
Certificate Type
Certificate of Waiver
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Eye Specialists Laser & Surgery Center Inc to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1508182577, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 8
5
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
7
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 0 → 0 1 → 2 2 → 4 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 5 + 0 + 8 + 2 + 8 + 4 + 5 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 63

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 63 = 7
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 7, which matches the last digit of 1508182577.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1508182577, enumerated as an "organization" on April 15, 2010.

The provider is located at 12453 S CLEVELAND AVE FORT MYERS, FL 33907 and the phone number is (239) 939-1444.

Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QS0132X and a focus in Ophthalmologic Surgery.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.