LAWRENCE TAM O.D.
NPI 1508242520
Optometrist in Lafayette, LA

Active since July 31, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4500 JOHNSTON ST, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503(318) 442-7711 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Lawrence Tam O.d. NPPES

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

LAWRENCE TAM O.D. (NPI 1508242520) is an individual optometrist in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (1793-727AT) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508242520
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameLAWRENCE TAMCredential: O.D.
Location Address4500 JOHNSTON STLafayette, LA 70503-4236
Mailing Address4500 Johnston StLafayette, LA 70503-4236 · (318) 442-7711
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 2021
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 8, 2021
NPI 1508242520 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 LA · 1793-727AT
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.
4500 JOHNSTON ST, Lafayette, LA 70503

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

Lawrence Tam 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 ID1850646431
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180622000877
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 2

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.

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.
42 services42 patients
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.
15 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70503 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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

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

Optometrist
4500 JOHNSTON ST
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503

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 Lawrence Tam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lawrence Tam is 1508242520. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2015.

Where is Lawrence Tam located?

Lawrence Tam practices at 4500 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503. The listed phone number is (318) 442-7711.

What is Lawrence Tam's specialty?

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

Is Lawrence Tam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lawrence Tam 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 Lawrence Tam accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 2 other insurers list Lawrence Tam 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 Lawrence Tam was last updated on September 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.