LAUREN ZIMSKI MD
NPI 1538215124
Ophthalmology in Denver, CO

Active since January 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100, DENVER, CO 80218(303) 863-1231(303) 869-2085 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2025, Oct 5, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Lauren Zimski Md NPPES

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

LAUREN ZIMSKI MD (NPI 1538215124) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Denver, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0045547) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Denver, and is a graduate of University Of South Florida College Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538215124
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameLAUREN ZIMSKICredential: MD
Location Address1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100Denver, CO 80218-1253
Mailing Address1601 E 19th Ave Ste 4100Denver, CO 80218-1253 · (303) 863-1231 · Fax (303) 869-2085
Fax(303) 869-2085
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJanuary 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 4, 2025
✔ NPI 1538215124 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0045547
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100, Denver, CO 80218

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1777 Bannock StDenver, CO 80204-4597 · Phone (303) 436-4949 · Fax (303) 602-4560

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid14329557CO

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Lauren Zimski 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 ID8325148984
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070711000598
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Lauren Zimski reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ophthalmology
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
Denver, CO 80218
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
General Practice
777 BANNOCK ST
Denver, CO 80204
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 2,259 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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.
172 services165 patients
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.
119 services59 patients
Analysis of substance using immunoassay technique, multiple step method 83516
This procedure involves the use of an immunoassay, a highly sensitive technique, to detect and measure substances in your body. It involves multiple steps and is commonly used in diagnosing and monitoring various health conditions.
70 services30 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).
66 services62 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
63 services37 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.
42 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80218 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
$132.55 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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 5

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

Genetic Counselor, MS
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
DENVER, CO 80218
Ophthalmology
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
DENVER, CO 80218
Genetic Counselor, MS
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
DENVER, CO 80218
Medical Genetics (Clinical Genetics (M.D.))
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
DENVER, CO 80218
Physician Assistant
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 4100
DENVER, CO 80218

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 Lauren Zimski's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Zimski is 1538215124. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2007.

Where is Lauren Zimski located?

Lauren Zimski practices at 1601 E 19th Ave Ste 4100, Denver, CO 80218. The listed phone number is (303) 863-1231.

What is Lauren Zimski's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Lauren Zimski enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Zimski 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Lauren Zimski's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lauren Zimski reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Uptown Eye Associates LLC (Denver, CO) and Denver Health And Hospital Authority (Denver, CO). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Lauren Zimski's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lauren Zimski accept?

Health plans from Select Health and UnitedHealthcare list Lauren Zimski 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 Lauren Zimski was last updated on January 4, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 months 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.