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DR. BENJAMIN STOWE WINTERS O.D.
NPI 1538508270
Optometrist in Milton Freewater, OR

Active since June 16, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
320 N COLUMBIA ST, MILTON FREEWATER, OR 97862(541) 938-5888(541) 938-9430 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Benjamin Stowe Winters O.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENJAMIN STOWE WINTERS O.D. (NPI 1538508270) is an individual optometrist in Milton Freewater, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (3503ATI) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538508270
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN STOWE WINTERSCredential: O.D.
Location Address320 N COLUMBIA STMilton Freewater, OR 97862-9405
Mailing Address320 N Columbia StMilton Freewater, OR 97862-9405 · (541) 938-5888 · Fax (541) 938-9430
Phone(541) 938-5888
Fax(541) 938-9430
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJune 3, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJune 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1538508270 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 OR · 3503ATI
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.
320 N COLUMBIA ST, Milton Freewater, OR 97862
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid500658022OR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Moda Health Plan, Inc..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

Dr. Benjamin Stowe Winters 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 ID648410399
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130701000647
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 Benjamin Winters reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Visual Eyes LLC
Same address
Optometrist
320 N COLUMBIA ST
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215313440 (541) 212-8685
Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center
23 mi
Clinic/Center
46314 TIMINE WAY
Pendleton, OR 97801
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 37 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346283488 (541) 966-9830

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 10

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 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.
522 services443 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.
420 services402 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
319 services219 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.
162 services141 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.
117 services117 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).
58 services57 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97862 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
$126.25 typical visit price
range $54.96 – $166.64
Typical copayment $31.56 (range $13.74 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.68 – $136.19
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.42 – $34.04)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

VISUAL EYES LLC
Optometrist
320 N COLUMBIA ST
MILTON FREEWATER, OR 97862
Umatilla County (541) 212-8685

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 Benjamin Winters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Winters is 1538508270. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2013.

Where is Benjamin Winters located?

Benjamin Winters practices at 320 N Columbia St, Milton Freewater, OR 97862. The listed phone number is (541) 938-5888.

What is Benjamin Winters's specialty?

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

Is Benjamin Winters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Winters 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 Benjamin Winters's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Benjamin Winters reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Visual Eyes LLC (Milton Freewater, OR) and Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center (Pendleton, OR). 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 Benjamin Winters's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Benjamin Winters accept?

Health plans from Moda Health Plan, Inc. list Benjamin Winters 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 Benjamin Winters was last updated on June 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.