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NITYA MURTHY OD
NPI 1568091551
Optometrist in Laredo, TX

Active since April 02, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1006 E HILLSIDE RD, LAREDO, TX 78041(956) 724-7179(956) 725-2402 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 2, 2024, Jun 23, 2020, Apr 2, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Nitya Murthy Od NPPES

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

NITYA MURTHY OD (NPI 1568091551) is an individual optometrist in Laredo, Texas, licensed in Texas (11068T) and active in the NPI registry since April 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568091551
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameNITYA MURTHYCredential: OD
Location Address1006 E HILLSIDE RDLaredo, TX 78041-3287
Mailing Address1401 E Ridge Rd Ste FMcallen, TX 78503-1525 · (956) 631-8875 · Fax (956) 683-1502
Phone(956) 724-7179
Fax(956) 725-2402
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 26, 2026
✔ NPI 1568091551 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 TX · 11068T
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.
1006 E HILLSIDE RD, Laredo, TX 78041
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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Nitya Murthy Od 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 ID4284057738
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240429001494
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 3

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.
19 services19 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
16 services12 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.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78041 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 3

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

BARBARA ELIZABETH MONTOYA PA-C
Physician Assistant
1006 E HILLSIDE RD
LAREDO, TX 78041
Webb County (956) 724-7179
DR. JUAN JOSE FARIAS JR. OD
Optometrist
1006 E HILLSIDE RD
LAREDO, TX 78041
Webb County (956) 724-7179
ALFREDO TREVINO, JR., M.D., P.A.
Ophthalmology
1006 E HILLSIDE RD, SUITE 1
LAREDO, TX 78041
Webb County (956) 724-7179

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 Nitya Murthy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nitya Murthy is 1568091551. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2020.

Where is Nitya Murthy located?

Nitya Murthy practices at 1006 E Hillside Rd, Laredo, TX 78041. The listed phone number is (956) 724-7179.

What is Nitya Murthy's specialty?

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

Is Nitya Murthy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nitya Murthy 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 Nitya Murthy accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 7 other insurers list Nitya Murthy 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 Nitya Murthy was last updated on June 26, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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.